PPA / Cover Teacher + Subject Leader Responsibility – Part or Full time

The Board of Directors, in partnership with the Archdiocese of Birmingham and the Local Governing Body are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and inspirational teacher to join our friendly, hard-working and dedicated team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across the school and be committed to providing high quality learning experiences for all children.

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School prides itself on a strong team ethos and an exciting immersive curriculum. St Joseph’s is a one-form entry primary school in the Nechells area of Birmingham.

The successful candidate will, not only be part of the St Joseph’s family, but will also have supportive and inspiring colleagues across the St Teresa of Calcutta MAC and the Caritas Christi in Urbe group of schools, as well as access to a range of CPD and career development opportunities.

The successful applicants will:

• Be supportive of the Catholic Ethos of the school;
• Be energetic and highly motivated teacher, with EYFS, KS1 or KS2 experience;
• Have high expectations of themselves and our children;
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner and positive role model for all members of the school community;
• Be committed to raising standards of achievement for all;
• Have the ability to form positive relationships with children, parents and staff.

We will offer you:

• A school that is committed to improvement;
• A warm and friendly environment;
• A dedicated team of supportive and friendly staff;
• Enthusiastic children;
• A commitment to your professional development;
• Subject Leadership;
• Career progression.

Visit to the school prior to submitting an application are warmly invited and encouraged. Please call the school directly to arrange this. Visits are encouraged for week beginning the 30^th September 2024 and 07^th October 2024.

St Teresa of Calcutta MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and therefore expects all staff to share the commitment. As part of our safer recruitment process, please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search, in line with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.   Any incidents or issues identified from the search will be explored with the applicant at interview. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.  A copy of our  Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on the website.

Key dates:

Closing date: 12:00pm – Monday 14^th October 2024

Shortlisting: Wednesday 16^th October 2024

Shortlisted Candidates will be notified by 17^th October 2024

Interview Date: Wednesday 23^rd October 2024