Margaret Roper Primary School - Class Teacher

Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School, Purley, Surrey, CR8 2XP

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  4 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale dependent on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate may be deployed in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 according to their experience, strengths and the needs of the school. Additional responsibilities, including subject leadership opportunities, may be available for suitably experienced candidates.

Applications are also invited from colleagues who prefer part-time working.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to providing engaging, creative and ambitious learning experiences for all children.
• Demonstrates a passion for teaching and learning and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Builds positive and productive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and the wider community.
• Supports and promotes the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and committed to school improvement.
• Has a strong commitment to inclusion and ensuring success for every child.
• Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Happy, caring and well-behaved children who are eager to learn.
• A strong Catholic ethos and a welcoming, supportive school community.
• Dedicated and hardworking staff who work collaboratively and support one another.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing.
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Strong support and mentoring for ECTs.
• Excellent links with the Parish and wider Catholic community.
• A well-resourced learning environment.

Flexible working opportunities

We will consider applications from applicants working on a Part Time basis.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Margaret Roper School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references. Application packs are available from the school website in the ‘Vacancies’ section.

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.

Class Teacher Advert June 2026.pdf - 202 KB (opens in new tab)

About Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 214 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School website
• Email address: business@margaretroper.croydon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 020 8660 0115
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/margaret-roper-catholic-primary-school

Margaret Roper is an excellent school in a lovely setting with an outstanding reputation and a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Standards of attainment and behaviour are very high. We have a very varied and innovative curriculum and a caring and committed staff. Links with the Parish are very strong.
Recent Ofsted July 2023 Good with Outstanding EYFS & Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes

Arranging a visit to Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email business@margaretroper.croydon.sch.uk.

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