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Upper Key Stage 2 Class Teacher

St Joseph's Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S13 9AT

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• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time - Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Mainscale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Inspire, Challenge and Nurture at St Joseph’s

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a thriving Catholic primary academy serving children aged 4–11 in the heart of Handsworth, Sheffield. The school is committed to providing a Christ-centred education where every child is valued, encouraged and inspired to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning and who can inspire pupils as they prepare for the transition to secondary education.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of the Upper KS2 curriculum.
• Can motivate and engage pupils through creative and challenging learning experiences.
• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child succeeds.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Supports and promotes the Catholic ethos and values of the school

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning.
• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• High-quality professional development opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a real difference within a caring Catholic school community.

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.

St. Joseph’s School is a friendly and welcoming school, where we are passionate about providing the best possible education for our children.

How to Apply

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For further information and an application pack, please contact the school office.

📞 0114 269 2773 📧 enquiries@st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk

We will accept either the online CES application for the attached word CES application.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service 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.

Job Description & Person Spec - Class Teacher.pdf - 135 KB (opens in new tab)

Recruitment Monitoring Form.docx - 169 KB (opens in new tab)

CES Model_Application_Form_St Joseph's_Teacher.docx - 64.7 KB (opens in new tab)

Notes to Applicants.docx - 130 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Joseph's Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 202 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Joseph's Primary School website
• Email address: enquiries@st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0114 2692773
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-joseph-s-primary-school

St Joseph’s is a very special place, a happy and nurturing school where everyone is welcomed and valued.
We encourage a real love for learning and personal development. At St Joseph’s our dedicated staff work in partnership with parents, to ensure that our children receive firm foundations, which allow them to grow and become responsible adults. Our children are confident in their own abilities and equipped with the necessary skills and competences to allow them to flourish and reach their full potential.

Arranging a visit to St Joseph's Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk.

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