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TEMPORARY TEACHER

Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1HT

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• Job start date

  1 October 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  1 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 10 MONTHS - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated & enthusiastic Teacher to join Saint Mary’s in either a KS1 or KS2 class. This is a temporary position.

We are looking for a KS1 or KS2 Teacher with:

• Outstanding classroom practice with high expectations for achievement and behaviour
• The ability to plan & deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum
• Dedication to ensure that all our children achieve their potential
• Committed to and have a strong belief in teamwork
• An empathy and an understanding of the Christian Faith and what it means to work in a Faith school
• Contribute to the values, ethos and development of our school and the wider community

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A hardworking and professional team with dedicated, experienced and supportive staff, SLT and Governors
• Excellent CPD opportunities to develop all aspects of your professional practice
• An exciting environment to work in, with excellent resources and vast school grounds
• A welcoming, friendly and inclusive school with happy children who are eager to learn

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.

SCHOOL WEBSITE: www.saintmaryscongleton.co.uk

START DATE: Thursday 1st October 2026

CLOSING DATE: Friday 15th May 2026 at 9 a.m.

SHORTLISTING: Friday 15th May 2026

INTERVIEWS: Monday 18th May 2026

APPLICATIONS TO BE RETURNED TO: admin@saintmaryscongleton.co.uk

Prospective candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school on Thursday 7th May (4pm).

Saint Mary’s is a one-form entry primary school with its own Nursery, situated in Congleton, a semi-rural part of Cheshire. The school makes excellent use of its vast grounds, including a Forest School area, for all classes to use. It is a loving, thriving and vibrant community which encourages children to grow morally, spiritually and intellectually.

The school is part of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Academy Trust and is also a feeder school to our partner All Hallows Catholic College in Macclesfield.

The successful candidate will need to evidence their knowledge for providing high standards of teaching whilst demonstrating an ability to motivate and support all learners.

Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting the school either by email or telephone.

If you wish to apply for the position, please complete the Catholic Education Service application form which is available via our website and included with the advert documentation.

When completing the form please relate your experience, skills, personal qualities and training to the person specification.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include references, Health, Right to Work in the UK, DBS and school staff Disqualification Declaration.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a Disqualification Declaration. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and pre-clearance including an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Saint Marys Teacher Person Specification.pdf - 143 KB (opens in new tab)

Model Application Form - Teacher.pdf - 363 KB (opens in new tab)

Consent to Obtain References Form.pdf - 242 KB (opens in new tab)

Rehabilitation_of_Offenders_Act_1974_-_Disclosure_Form 20nov23 am'd 28nov24.pdf - 260 KB (opens in new tab)

Teachers' Job Description Saint Marys.pdf - 140 KB (opens in new tab)

About Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 199 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School website
• Email address: jill.mason@saintmaryscongleton.co.uk
• Phone number: 01260 274690
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/saint-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-cw12-1ht

A Christ-centred learning environment where all are safe, valued and loved.

Arranging a visit to Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jill.mason@saintmaryscongleton.co.uk.

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