Class Teacher
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School, London, SW3 6QH7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
27 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
20 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 27.5 hours - Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M3-M6
Additional allowances
TLR
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential:
Qualified teacher
Other relevant continuing professional development
Additional relevant qualifications such as higher degree, certificate or
diploma
Recent experience as a highly effective teacher
Experience of using performance data, target setting and assessment for learning to raise achievement
Detailed knowledge of the National Curriculum and recent developments in pedagogy
Desirable:
Teaching in a Catholic school
Teaching a multi-ethnic and multi-lingual context
Experience in teaching pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
Essential:
Committed to meeting the needs of pupils
Makes best use of resources
Prioritises, plans and organises work
A collaborative practitioner with good listening skills and willingness to learn
Understanding of appropriate strategies for managing pupils’ behaviour
Ability to develop positive working relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors, and the local community
Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Essential:
Clear commitment to the school’s mission and vision:
To support the Catholic Christian ethos of the school
To support parents in their role as the first educators of their children
To recognise that all children have particular abilities and aptitudes to be nurtured and celebrated.
To give our pupils a safe environment in which to build skills for their futures.
To teach our pupils to show kindness, respect and forgiveness.
Desirable:
A practising member of the Catholic church
What the school offers its staff
Why work at Oratory Primary School?
- We are in the heart of London and benefit from all that it has to offer: local museums, parks, shops and excellent transport links.
- We are committed to building supportive relationships. Our school has a family atmosphere where listening, empathy and kindness are at the heart of our Christian ethos.
- We aim to build confidence in our pupils and their families and within our staff team. Developing a growth mindset within a nurturing and positive atmosphere is at the forefront of our mission.
- We have excellent outcomes and high achieving and conscientious pupils. We offer a rich curriculum, and provide a wide range of experiences for our pupils, but we are also open to new ideas and educational research. A school should never rest on its laurels and Oratory is continuously on a learning journey- keen to be forward thinking.
- We have a conscientious and encouraging governing body who will support your CPD. You will be given the opportunity to be a reflective practitioner, to work with other schools and professionals, and to develop the craft of teaching in yourself and in others.
Further information about the job
Your responsibilities as a class teacher are:
- The organisation, administration and management of the class according to the school’s policy for Learning and Teaching.
- The provision and teaching of lessons and activities to cover the requirements of the National Curriculum, taking into account and meeting the full range of needs and learning styles of the pupils in the class.
- To ensure that achievement and attainment are excellent for all children.
- The completion of all school planning, assessments, records and reports.
- To participate in meetings and activities that form part of the working week for teaching staff.
- To ensure positive communication with parents/carers and other visiting professionals to support the achievement and attainment of pupils.
You are required to carry out the duties of a classroom teacher as laid out in the current Pay and Conditions of School Teachers document.
Your responsibilities as a subject leader are:
- To have a good knowledge of the National Curriculum for the subject across all key stages and year groups.
- To have a clear vision for the subject and create an action plan which reflects this.
- To have a clear overview of assessment data for the subject.
- To be aware of the quality of learning and teaching in the subject through
o book looks
o monitoring planning
o evaluating displays of learning
o observing lessons
- To take an interest in developments in the subject, keep up to date with current thinking and share ideas with colleagues.
- To organise a regular audit of resources and ensure that items needed are procured accordingly.
- To ensure that resources are organised and accessible.
- To be responsible for professional development in the subject, and organise training for staff groups, individuals and yourself.
Your responsibilities as a whole school team member are:
- To promote the school’s mission and vision, and support its Catholic ethos.
- To support the Headteacher and promote the development of pupils and the school aims by carrying out your duties and responsibilities positively, pro-actively and effectively.
- To follow all school policies, systems and administration conscientiously.
- To work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the harmonious and smooth daily running of the school.
- To have regard for the school’s equality policies at all times, ensuring promotion of equal opportunities in all aspects of your work.
- To share commitment to safeguarding and to have the welfare and care of all children as a priority when carrying out your responsibilities.
- To be flexible and adaptable in the responsibilities you will assume.
We want to find a teacher who is passionate about education, has high expectations and is keen to reflect on and improve their own practice. Most importantly, we are looking for teachers who demonstrate a positive, flexible and enthusiastic approach who nurture and value each child. Applicants must be sympathetic to the Catholic ethos of the school, although not necessarily Catholic themselves.
Do you have the potential to grow and develop as a teacher? Do you think you can inspire children to reach their potential and achieve their very best? Can you work effectively within a team? If so, you would be very welcome to apply for the role; visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
Application forms should be returned to Oratory RC Primary School, Bury Walk, Cale Street, Chelsea, London SW3 6QH or emailed to info@oratory.rbkc.sch.uk
Oratory RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an Enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please note that applications will be considered as they are submitted and we reserve the right to interview before the deadline
Closing Date: TBC Interviews: As applications are provided
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 210 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School website
- Email address
- info@oratory.rbkc.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 02075895900
We can offer you:
• A warm, welcoming, inclusive school with a friendly and enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff
• Children who are well behaved and eager to learn
• Excellent opportunities to further your professional development
• Supportive parents and governors
Arranging a visit to Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@oratory.rbkc.sch.uk.
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