Classroom Teacher

St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9EN

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  17 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1-M3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an inspirational teacher who:

> Has a clear understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 curriculum

> Can create a happy, purposeful, and engaging classroom where all children thrive.

> Values the importance of strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

> Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold our Christian values.

This post offers the opportunity to work with a committed team of professionals who share a passion for delivering high-quality education in a nurturing environment

Essential Qualities:

> Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

> Experience teaching in EYFS or KS1

> Commitment to inclusive practice and meeting diverse learning needs

> Enthusiasm, creativity, and a love of learning

> Excellent communication and teamwork skills

> A willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school.

Desirable Qualities

> Experience of teaching mixed-age classes.

> Knowledge of phonics teaching (e.g. Read Write Inc or similar scheme).

> Experience in developing outdoor learning opportunities

What the school offers its staff

Our school offers:

> A supportive and welcoming staff team

> Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and are proud of their school

> Strong community and church links

> A commitment to professional development and staff well-being

> A beautiful rural setting with excellent facilities and resources.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

> Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality teaching and learning for Reception and Year 1 pupils

> Provide a caring, stimulating environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and creativity

> Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and support individual progress

> Work closely with support staff to ensure all children are included and challenged appropriately

> Foster positive relationships with parents, carers, and the wider school community

> Contribute to the school’s ethos of respect, compassion, and achievement

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

St Peter's CofE Primary School - Teacher Pack.pdf - 232 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Peter's Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 139 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Email address: office@st-peters-caverswall.staffs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01782393118
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-peter-s-cofe-a-primary-school-st11-9en

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

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@st-peters-caverswall.staffs.sch.uk.

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