16 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2025

  • Closing date

    12 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    25 April 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

M1-M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

At St. John’s Catholic Primary School, we are a warm, nurturing, and ambitious community of faith and learning. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and Catholic Social Teaching themes, we aim to inspire and support every child to reach their full potential. Our school is a place where kindness, respect, and a love of learning thrive, and we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join our vibrant team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated KS1 Teacher who will inspire, motivate, and support our children, helping them grow spiritually, academically, and socially. The successful candidate will be committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education and will work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider community. Applications will be welcomed from Early Career Teachers.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.

Foster an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment.

Encourage pupils’ spiritual development, helping them live out Catholic values in their everyday lives.

Work closely with the leadership team to contribute to the continued development and success of our wonderful school.

Engage with parents and carers to support pupils' progress and development.

Promote the wellbeing and personal growth of each unique child, ensuring they reach their full potential.

A qualified teacher with a strong understanding of the primary school curriculum.

A committed and caring individual who is passionate about the Catholic faith and teaching.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with children, staff, and parents.

Innovative and creative in lesson planning and delivery, with the ability to adapt to the needs of individual learners.

A team player with a strong commitment to personal and professional development.

Experience in a Catholic school setting is desirable but not essential.

What the school offers its staff

We Offer:

A supportive and friendly school community.

High quality opportunities for professional development and career progression.

A nurturing environment where every child’s success is celebrated.

A chance to make a real impact in the lives of our children and contribute to the wider community.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact Pam Poulter, School Business Manager on 01225 752006 or by emailing admin@st-johns-trowbridge.wilts.sch.uk Further details including a person specification can be obtained from the school by email or telephone. Details are also on the school website www.st-johns-trowbridge.wilts.sch.uk Completed applications will be accepted by email. Covering letters are welcomed as part of the application, however, we are unable to accept CV’s.

St. John’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Join us in making a difference at St. John’s – where faith and learning flourish!


Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the school website along with our applicants privacy notice.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin@st-johns-trowbridge.wilts.sch.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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Additional documents

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About St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge

School type
Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
299 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01225 752006

Welcome to St John's Catholic Primary School.
We are a one and a half form entry Voluntary Aided Primary School in Trowbridge and are part of the Clifton Diocese.
Please visit our school website www.st-johns-trowbridge.wilts.sch.uk for more information and to view our recent Ofsted report from November 2022.

Arranging a visit to St John's Catholic Primary School, Trowbridge

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@st-johns-trowbridge.wilts.sch.uk.

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