Class Teacher - Possible Leadership Opportunities
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 3BT44 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st September 2026
Closing date
16 January 2026 at 11am
Date listed
2 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main Scale - UPS
Additional allowances
Main Scale - UPS
Class Teacher - Possible Leadership Opportunities job summary
ST PATRICK’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Marston Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 3BT
Telephone: 01785 413275
https://www.st-patricksstafford.com
“Like Saint Patrick, we serve Christ and follow in his footsteps. In all we do, we love, learn and respect so that we share Jesus’ light with everyone we meet.”
"Pupils enjoy learning and playing in St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School. The distinctive Catholic ethos and values are seen in positive day-to-day relationships." Ofsted October 2022
Class Teacher - Potential Leadership Opportunity
Required to start September 2026
Full-time Permanent
Are You Ready for an Exciting New Role in a Forward-Thinking and Highly Supportive Catholic Multi-Academy Trust? Would you love to be part of a school community where both academic excellence and children’s well-being are equally valued? We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Stafford, part of the St Gabriel’s Catholic Academy Trust, as a Class Teacher, starting in September 2026.
We are looking for a Teacher who is:
- Patient and Supportive - Creates a comfortable, non-judgmental environment for pupils.
- Engaging and Motivating - Uses innovative and inspiring teaching strategies to spark interest and enthusiasm.
- Adaptable - Differentiates learning to support a range of pupil needs and abilities.
- Experienced with Children - Skilled in managing classroom dynamics and fostering positive behaviour.
- Passionate about Education - Eager to help every child thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning.
- A Strong Communicator - Clear in delivering lessons and constructive in giving feedback.
- Able to Incorporate Catholic Values - Integrates Gospel teachings and Catholic ethos into daily learning.
- Collaborative - Builds strong partnerships with colleagues and parents to support every child’s development.
We are seeking a talented and committed MPS/UPS teacher to join our school. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their professional impact, with the potential to take on leadership of a core subject or work closely with members of the Senior Leadership Team on whole-school priorities.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic practitioner with a passion for high-quality teaching and learning, and the ambition to contribute to wider school improvement. We welcome applicants who are eager to develop their leadership skills, drive positive change and play a key role in shaping the next stage of our school’s journey.
We also welcome applications from candidates of all faiths, who share our values and commitment to high-quality education within a Catholic ethos.
Why Join St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Stafford?
- A Christian community rooted in care, respect and high expectations.
- A happy, inclusive and supportive school family.
- A strong focus on both academic achievement and well-being.
- Excellent relationships with parents and the wider community.
- A clear commitment to the success and development of every pupil.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff.
Apply today and help nurture young minds in faith, love, and learning at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Friday 16th January 2025
Informal enquiries and further details can be obtained from Miss Y Orgill, Officer Manager via email office@st-patricks-stafford.staffs.sch.uk Visits to the school are recommended and warmly welcomed. For further information about St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, please visit the school website, https://www.st-patricksstafford.com
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust. A company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales with company number 08146661. Registered Office Address: Station Road, Cheadle, Staffordshire ST10 1LH. Telephone: 01538 493777
Further information about the job
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 school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 207 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Patrick's Catholic Primary School website
School location
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