Class Teacher
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 9QZ21 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential:
Qualified Teacher status
Experience of Teaching Early Years/KS1/KS2
Knowledge and understanding of:
-The theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g., classroom organisation and learning strategies);
-The primary curriculum and its applications;
-The monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress;
-The statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEN and Child Protection;
-The positive links necessary within school and with all its stakeholders;
-Effective teaching and learning styles;
Will be able to:
-Promote the school’s aims positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale;
-Develop good professional relationships with a team;
-Establish and develop close relationships with parents, governors and the community;
-Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences;
-Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment;
Will be able to use ICT effectively to support and engage children in learning
A commitment and participation in whole school events
Committed to ongoing professional development
Personal Characteristics:
Passionate
Committed
Enthusiastic
Approachable
Organised
Patient
Resourceful
Sense of humour
Resilient
Desirable:
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the application for learning
Experience of subject leadership
What the school offers its staff
St. Joseph’s is a vibrant and thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school situated in the heart of Northfleet, near Gravesend, Kent. We take great pride in our strong sense of community and the nurturing environment we provide for our students. As a proud member of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are committed to delivering an exceptional Catholic education.
Our school has consistently achieved Outstanding ratings in both our Ofsted 2023 inspection and our Section 48 Denominational Inspection in 2020. This recognition reflects our dedication to fostering an inclusive, high-quality learning experience where every child can flourish.
Why Choose St. Joseph’s?
Excellent Reputation: Our school is significantly oversubscribed, catering to children aged four to eleven. Parents and the community trust us to provide an excellent education rooted in Catholic values.
Strong Community Links: We have cultivated strong Home/School/Parish links, fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement that enriches the educational experience.
Outstanding Leadership and Staff: We pride ourselves on collaboration and supporting each other's professional growth.
Positive Learning Environment: Our students demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes towards their learning and peers, creating a respectful and productive atmosphere in which everyone can thrive.
Staff Well-being: We recognise the importance of prioritising staff well-being and offer a supportive environment that values work-life balance. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and part of a nurturing community.
Convenient: Our school is situated in a residential area, close to excellent transport links and amenities, including Ebbsfleet International Railway Station and Bluewater Shopping Centre.
Commitment to Safeguarding: The safeguarding of our children is paramount. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and meet statutory requirements. We conduct all necessary checks to ensure the safety of our children.
Further information about the job
Core Purpose and Values
Value every individual for their unique personal worth and nurture all individuals to be the best they can be in the Light of God’s Love, encouraging them to strive for excellence in every aspect of their lives.
Encourage every individual to be proud of who they are, of each other, their achievements and of their school.
Ensure that each individual makes the most of the opportunities and challenges given to them.
Provide a safe, caring, supportive environment for individuals to achieve.
Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.
Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Plan and teach well-structured lessons, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests Whole-school organisation, strategy and development
Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision
Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes
Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach Health, safety and discipline
Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Professional development
Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching
Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others Communication
Maintain high standards of communication with colleagues, parents and pupils. Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals
Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues Personal and professional conduct
Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school
Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality
Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities Other Responsibilities
Participate in the life of the school.
Commitment to the Catholic life of the school. To promote and support that life.
Skills & Knowledge
Sensitivity and understanding for building good relationships
Excellent verbal communication skills for motivating children to learn
Active listening skills to understand the children’s needs
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
To be flexible and open to change for working on different activities
To enjoy working with other people
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all children and promoting the ethos and values of the school
The ability to create the best conditions for learning or teaching new things
High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Commitment to safeguarding and equality
Qualifications and Experience
Qualified Teacher Status Degree
Successful primary teaching Knowledge
Knowledge of the National Curriculum and/or the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework
Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
A good understanding of how children learn
Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
The teacher will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school
policies and the staff code of conduct.
Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive
list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the
level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher or line manager.
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAbout St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet
- School type
- Academies, Roman Catholic, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 214 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet website
- Email address
- michelle.sparkes@st-josephs-northfleet.kcsp.org.uk
St. Joseph’s is a happy and successful one form entry Catholic primary school with strong Home/School/Parish links in Northfleet near Gravesend, Kent. Since December 2014 we have been an academy within the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP). Our three most recent Ofsted’s were Outstanding. The school is located in well-maintained buildings conveniently situated in a residential area near good transport links and shopping facilities, especially the A2, Ebbsfleet International Railway Station and Bluewater Shopping Centre. Our School is committed to the safeguarding of all children.
Any successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and all other statutory requirements. The school will carry out the necessary checks to determine if the successful candidate is barred from working with children as part of the DBS process. Applicants should read the GDPR Privacy Notice for applicants on the website prior to application.
The school is heavily oversubscribed and caters for pupils from five to eleven years of age. There are 210 children on roll.
The school has a dedicated staff of a Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher and 8 class teachers, which includes the SENCo.
Arranging a visit to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email michelle.sparkes@st-josephs-northfleet.kcsp.org.uk.
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