Year 1 Class Teacher; Maternity Cover

Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Leeds, West Yorkshire

MPS/UPS

Temporary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

The governing body of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School seek to employ a talented teacher who is passionate about teaching and ensuring that our brilliant children get the very best education. The post is suitable for both experienced and early careers teachers.

For those privileged enough to work at St Joseph's, there is no more rewarding experience. Here you can make the difference to the life chances of all our pupils and walk with them as they grow in their faith.

If we sound like the school that you aspire to teach in, we require that you:

• Are a practising Catholic or is committed to supporting and upholding the Catholic ethos of our school
• Have a passion for working with children, particularly those in Year 1.
• Tenacious in achieving the very best outcomes for our children - especially the most vulnerable.
• Go the extra mile to provide opportunities which broaden the children's first-hand experiences
• Is a team player and dedicated to the overall success of the school
• Has a good sense of humour

In return St. Joseph's can offer you a school where:

• There is a strong sense of community and hospitality. Everyone is welcomed and valued in this fully inclusive school - CSI May 2026
• Staff provide the highest standard of pastoral care to pupils and their families. There is an explicit and concrete commitment to the most vulnerable. All pupils feel safe, cared for and loved - CSI May 2026
• Behaviour across the school is exemplary; pupils demonstrate outstanding manners, collaboration and consideration for others - CSI May 2026
• 'pupils (who) sparkle like diamonds with enthusiasm' - Ofsted October 2023
• 'An oasis of calm in a busy community' and 'a school once experienced never forgotten.' Ofsted October 2023
• A supportive Governing Body, parish and leadership team - 'The level of care and compassion that senior leaders offer to staff is greatly appreciated by the staff body.' Ofsted October 2023
• A school where parents and carers are extremely supportive - 'Pupils, staff and families know how precious education is' Ofsted October 2023
• Staff experienced in supporting ECTs (for those this is appropriate to)
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• An outward looking school proud to work in a successful partnership of schools.

Potential candidates are welcomed to come and visit our amazing school to meet our wonderful children and feel the unique character that visitors consistently comment on.

St Joseph's is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and registration with the update service will be required for the successful candidate and at least two professional references will be taken and followed up.

Under the guidance set by KCSiE 2026 St Joseph's Catholic Primary School will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. Posts are exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose relevant criminal history.

Closing date:
Monday 28th September

Shortlisting:
Tuesday 29th September

Interviews:
Tuesday 6th October