Class Teacher

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 3HA

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  3 November 2025

• Closing date

  3 October 2025 at 1pm

• Date listed

  26 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (FTE)

Class Teacher job summary

Thank you for your interest in the role of Maternity Cover Class Teacher at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School.

At St Joseph's, part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust, we are committed to providing a nurturing, faith-filled environment where every child can grow academically, spiritually, and socially.

This role is temporary to cover maternity leave from 03.11.2025 until the end of the academic year, in which the postholder works as a Teacher in Year 3 & 4 (mixed age class).

We are looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic individual who will uphold our values of respect, kindness, and community. You will work alongside a dedicated team of staff who are passionate about creating a warm, inclusive environment for both children and staff.

As part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, we offer opportunities for professional growth and development. While this role is a key part of our daily school life, there are also opportunities to learn and grow within the wider Trust community, including access to professional development resources through the National College and in-house training.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of young people and contribute to a positive school environment rooted in Catholic values, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 3rd October 2025 - midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 6th October 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 8th October 2025

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Range
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Range
Contract: Fixed Term to cover maternity leave until the substantive postholder returns
Hours: Full Time
Required: 3rd November 2025

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

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

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.

About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 92 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-joseph-s-catholic-primary-school-medlar-with-wesham-preston

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