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Class Teacher

St Dunstan's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Manchester, M40 9HF

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  17 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until 31st August 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M3 to M5

What skills and experience we're looking for

For the Class Teacher position at St Dunstan’s Catholic Primary School, candidates should have experience as a class teacher and a strong commitment to raising standards and achieving the best possible outcomes for all pupils. They should have high expectations of children’s behaviour, attitudes, and achievement, alongside a good knowledge of the primary curriculum. The successful candidate will be a practising Catholic or be fully supportive of the Catholic ethos and values of the school. They should be able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues, demonstrating excellent teamwork and communication skills. In addition, they will be self-motivated, proactive, and able to work cooperatively as part of a dedicated staff team to provide a high-quality learning experience for every child.

What the school offers its staff

At St Dunstan’s Catholic Primary School, we can offer a welcoming and supportive school community rooted in a strong Catholic ethos. Our well-behaved, enthusiastic children are eager to learn and take great pride in their school. You will be joining a considerate, dedicated, and highly supportive staff team that is committed to achieving the highest standards for all pupils. We also benefit from the encouragement and involvement of supportive governors and parents who work in partnership with the school. In addition, we are committed to professional development and provide opportunities for staff to grow, develop their skills, and progress throughout their careers.

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

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Application Pack_Class_Teacher_.pdf - 2.12 MB (opens in new tab)

About St Dunstan's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 288 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Dunstan's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: sbm@stdunstansrcps.co.uk
• Phone number: 0161 681 5665
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-dunstan-s-rc-primary-school-a-voluntary-academy

Thank you for your interest in the current vacancy at St Dunstan’s RC Primary School We are a vibrant inner-city school with a distinctive Catholic identity, serving a diverse community, sitting within the Salford Diocese and the Emmaus CAT. We journey with Jesus beside us, striving to provide a happy, safe, welcoming and inclusive environment in which we encourage our children to develop and reach their full potential. Our friendly team of staff works tirelessly to ensure that every child receives the best possible start to their educational journey. The governors are looking to appoint a practising Catholic who will continue to develop and nurture our Catholic ethos and values, building on our strong foundations. We warmly invite you to visit our school to meet our staff and pupils. We wish you the very best as you consider this opportunity and look forward to receiving your application.

Arranging a visit to St Dunstan's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@stdunstansrcps.co.uk.

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