14 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    4 January 2027

  • Closing date

    1 October 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    17 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1

Working pattern

Full time: Required From January 2027 Up to 5 days per week *Fixed term or part time contracts will be considered upon request

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Main/upper scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher required to deliver high-quality teaching, inspire pupils to achieve their full potential, and contribute positively to school life. Applicants must hold QTS, demonstrate strong classroom practice, and be committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and raising standards for all learners.

What the school offers its staff

Join Our Catholic Primary School Community

Our Catholic Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive, and faith-centred learning environment where children are encouraged to flourish academically, spiritually, and personally. We are proud of our caring ethos, strong community partnerships, and commitment to providing high-quality education rooted in Gospel values.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated teachers who share our vision of inspiring young learners, nurturing their potential, and making a positive difference in children's lives. In return, we offer a supportive team, opportunities for professional development, and a rewarding environment where staff wellbeing is valued.

Safeguarding Commitment: Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and references.

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.

Fixed term or part time contracts will be considered upon request.

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.

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About St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden

Organisation type
Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
206 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01799 523248

Arranging a visit to St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email g.hollidge@stmsw.co.uk.

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