KS1 Class Teacher and SENDCo

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 2JS

8 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 May 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  11 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday - Friday term time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS, UPS considered for an exceptional candidate

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced KS1 teacher who has high expectations and has the gift of inspiring children in their learning. Candidates should be innovative and creative with the skills to plan, deliver, evaluate and assess a rich and varied curriculum which allows every child to fulfil their potential. We are seeking a teacher who is able to demonstrate a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding teaching and learning along with the drive to maintain exemplary standards and progress. Completion of the National Award for SEN coordination or NPQSEND is essential. As a Catholic school, a commitment to our school values is essential.

What the school offers its staff

The continuing professional development of all members of our school community is an important part of our aim to improve standards. The school has access to a variety of courses from different providers; information about these may be emailed to you via your school email.

The welfare and wellbeing of all staff is of great concern and in addition to taking care of each other in school, the Academy Trust can assist Staff who may be experiencing difficulties by signposting training or workshops or referring staff to Occupational Health for assessment. Line managers can offer support to staff.

We are part of Vivup employee benefits that offers all sorts of discounts on a wide range of products and services.

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.

Applications MUST be submitted on the CES application form available on the school website: www.stjosephs.cheshire.sch.uk

Applications should be returned to: head@stjosephs.chehsire.sch.uk

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 Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

• School type: Academies, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 338 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy website
• Email address: danacoura@stjosephs.cheshire.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01606 668790
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-joseph-s-catholic-primary-school-a-voluntary-academy-winsford

St. Joseph's is a thriving Catholic Community. We have:
• happy and well-motivated children who enjoy learning
• a dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team who have high expectations of themselves and each other
• the support of parents within a thriving parish community
• governors who have the best interests of the children at heart and effectively support and challenge our school.

Arranging a visit to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email danacoura@stjosephs.cheshire.sch.uk.

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