Catshill Middle School

Mainscale/UPS Teacher (full-time) suitable for ECTs

English specialism KS2/KS3 (KS3 preferred)

To start September 2026

Start date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time

Trust: Spire Church of England Learning Trust

Catshill Middle School is a welcoming, positive and inclusive community where every child is nurtured and

challenged to succeed. Our culture is built on strong relationships and a shared belief that every pupil can

flourish. As a school, we live out our values of kindness, aspiration and self‐belief in everything we do — and

we are looking for a teacher who will help us model and strengthen these values every day.

We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher with a passion for English to join our team

from September 2026. You do not need to be an English specialist yet — just someone excited to develop their

expertise and inspire a love of the subject.

Why Teach in a Middle School?

Working in a middle school offers a unique and rewarding experience:

● Excellent behaviour – pupils are eager to please, responsive to routines and genuinely enjoy

● school life.

● The joy of learning – without the pressure of GCSEs, teaching can focus on curiosity, exploration and

deep understanding.

● Younger learners, big enthusiasm – pupils bring energy, humour and openness, making every day

engaging and uplifting.

● A perfect age – children are ready for challenge, excited by reading and at a pivotal stage in building

confidence.

● Strong relationships – you get to know pupils well and play a key role in shaping their attitudes to

learning before they move to high school.

It’s a phase where great teaching has a huge impact — and where teachers often rediscover the joy of the

profession.

About Us

Catshill Middle School and Catshill First School have recently joined the Spire Church of England Learning Trust,

an exciting step that brings new opportunities for staff and pupils. The Trust currently comprises six schools, all

working together to raise standards and improve outcomes for the children and families we serve.

As part of the Trust, you will benefit from:

● Excellent professional development and career progression

● Strong curriculum support and subject networks

● A collaborative culture across all schools

● A commitment to staff wellbeing and growth

Our federation with Catshill First School also provides highly effective transition for pupils and rich opportunities

for staff collaboration.

About the Role

We are looking for a teacher who:

● Has strong interpersonal and organisational skills

● Can inspire, challenge and motivate pupils

● Brings positivity, creativity and a willingness to grow

● Has experience in KS2 or KS3 (both welcome)

● Is committed to improving outcomes for all learners

● Embodies and promotes our values of kindness, aspiration and self‐belief

You will join a caring, supportive and forward‐thinking staff team with a genuine ‘can‐do’ attitude to development

and change. Our community is nurturing, ambitious and united by a shared commitment to helping every child

succeed.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all

staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to:

● An enhanced DBS check

● Satisfactory references

● Pre‐employment checks

● An online search for shortlisted candidates (discussed at interview)

● Completion of a self‐declaration form

If you feel you can make a difference and would like to join us, we would love to hear from you. Please complete an application form and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact the School Business Manager for the Catshill Federation by telephone or email

We encourage all candidates to register for a tour of the school and to meet the Headteacher.

Closing Date: 9am, Friday 19th June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 25th June