14 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    21 September 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1

Working pattern

Full time (Can be done as a job share): St Paul's Catholic Primary School seeks a Full Time Class Teacher for a Fixed Term Contract starting January 2027 or earlier, and ending on 31st August 2027.

Contract type

Fixed term - Fixed term contract till 31st August 2027

Pay scale

M1-M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

  • Excels in creating transformational learning experiences for young minds
  • Thrives on innovation, reflection, and continuous professional growth
  • Sets the highest standards and inspires children to exceed them
  • Builds powerful partnerships with families and our school community
  • Champions our Catholic mission with genuine passion and commitment
  • Brings energy, creativity, and pedagogical expertise to everything they do

What the school offers its staff

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

"Outstanding Catholic School in Overall Effectiveness and all aspects of learning" - Diocesan Section 48 Validation

"St. Paul’s has a strong community spirit, pupils enjoy coming to school...providing a calm, friendly and well-ordered environment where pupils make good progress in their learning." - Latest OFSTED Report

An Unparalleled Environment:

  • Exceptional children who are eager to learn and grow
  • Collaborative, supportive team of dedicated professionals
  • Strong Catholic ethos that nurtures the whole child
  • Strong professional development opportunities
  • Supportive leadership committed to your success

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.

READY TO JOIN OUR MISSION?

Application Deadline: Monday 5th October, 12 noon

Interview Date: Monday 12th October

How to Apply:

  • Contact the school directly for your application pack office@stpauls.w-berks.sch.uk
  • Download online at: www.stpauls.w-berks.sch.uk

St. Paul’s whole school community (all staff, governors, parents and volunteers working in the school) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

An Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure will be sought from the successful candidate. Online search will be carried out as part of the due diligence on the shortlisted candidates.

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.

Additional documents

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

About St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
279 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
0118 942 2003

Welcome to St. Paul’s Catholic Primary School where we are

”United through Jesus in faith, love and learning.”

By this we encompass :

an understanding of the role of democracy; the importance of rule of law; the respect of individual liberty ; the showing of mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs.

Arranging a visit to St Paul's Catholic Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@stpauls.w-berks.sch.uk.

School location

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