Class Teacher - St Johns CE Primary School

St John's Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3JN

80 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 March 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, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours a week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 - £51,048 Per year

What skills and experience we're looking for

Full time – Permanent

Main Pay Scale and Upper Pay Scale Teachers can apply

Join Our Wonderful Team at St John’s CE Primary School, Reading!

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity? St John’s CE Primary School, a welcoming and nurturing church school, is inviting applications for a Class Teacher position.

Why Join St John’s?

At St John’s, our children are at the heart of everything we do. They are happy, engaged, and eager to learn! We are committed to fostering a professional, dynamic, and supportive team where high standards are met with warmth and care.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for an inspiring and compassionate teacher who is:• Enthusiastic and passionate about teaching• A strong team player with excellent communication skills• Committed to fostering a positive learning environment• Dedicated to personal and professional growth

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

In return, we provide:• A supportive and experienced leadership team• A strong ethos of care and collaboration within our school family• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression• A beautiful school setting with an integrated church – a truly special place to work• Dedicated car parking and a comprehensive staff well-being package

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so don’t miss this opportunity to become part of our fantastic team!

We look forward to welcoming an exceptional teacher to our school community.

To find out more information emailhr@stjohns.reading.sch.ukor call 0118 937 5540 or visit:https://www.stjohns.reading.sch.uk/work-with-us

Applications will be reviewed on receipt

St John’s Church of England Primary School, as a member of the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust, is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. Online checks may also be carried out to comply with KCSIE.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St John's Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 462 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St John's Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: joshua.cripps@reading.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-s-church-of-england-primary-school-reading

Arranging a visit to St John's Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joshua.cripps@reading.gov.uk.

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