Class Teacher for Early Years or KS1

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9AX

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday Full Days
• Contract type: Fixed term - Academic Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Main pay scale depending on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a highly motivated andinspirational teacher

• Who is committed to instilling a love for learning for every child in their care.

• Who cherishes and recognises the unique and individual gifts and talents of each child.

• With an outstanding ability to engage and enthuseyoungchildren.

• Who challengesandmotivateschildren to achievetheir best.

• Who is eager to take a full and active part in all aspects of our school community.

• Supportive of the ethos and aims of ourCatholic school

• Can build positive relationships with pupils, parents,staffand governors

What the school offers its staff

• Aschool where children feel happy, are motivated and keen to learn.

• Children who are caring, supportive with exemplary behaviour.

• Afriendly,dedicated, supportive team of staff and governors.

• An opportunity to work in a school that has a strong, Catholic ethos.

• Acommitment to develop and nurture every member of staff and support their professional development.

• A school with a strong inclusive ethos that serves a richly diverse community.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and the promoting of the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before any offer of appointment, along with references and all other background checks. Staff are expected to understand and follow our robust safeguarding policies in order to keep our children safe.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 319 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School website
• Email address: admin@corpuschristicp.school
• Phone number: 02392661818
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/corpus-christi-catholic-primary-school-po2-9ax

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School is a very inclusive, happy school in the heart of Portsmouth. We aim to offer a rich, engaging school experience in which children thrive, are keen to learn and enjoy school. We promote a safe learning environment with a welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of belonging amongst our families and staff. Inclusion is at the heart of our school; we are a diverse community and welcome children from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds.
If you feel you would like to be apart of our school and contribute strongly to making it happen then we would love to hear from you.

Arranging a visit to Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@corpuschristicp.school.

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