KS2 Class Teacher

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KS2 TEACHER WANTED

Start Date:

1 st January 2026

Contract:

Full time or 0.8 / permanent

St James CE Primary School is a relationship-led, two form entry primary school in the heart of Northampton. Part of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust (PDET), we have a strong Christian ethos where inclusion and wellbeing is at the heart of what we do.

• Someone who supports the Christian ethos and inclusive nature of St James and who works to embed these values with children, staff, governors, parents and the wider community;
• An excellent teacher with experience of teaching in KS1 or KS2 and who has high expectations of children’s learning and can motivate children to achieve their potential,
• Someone who strives to improve outcomes for all children in their care and works closely with teams in school to provide information, support and interventions to ensure all children are successful;
• A teacher who makes learning fun, engaging and memorable
• Someone who is reflective and continually seeks to improve their practice;
• A person who has excellent team skills who can inspire colleagues and children alike;
• A teacher who understands our children and our community and who is able to build supportive relationships with parents;
• An energetic individual who smiles often, challenges positively and drives change for the benefit of all.

• A friendly, supportive staff and welcoming, lively children;
• A Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team who will encourage and support you to achieve your potential;
• Appropriate CPD to develop your skills and ensure you are successful;
• A supportive year group partner and dedicated PPA time each week with your teaching team to fulfil the requirements of your role.

Visits to meet the team at St James and see the school are strongly encouraged before application. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on /

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safer recruitment practice. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants prior to employment. References will be requested and online searches undertaken prior to interview and will form part of the interview process. The successful applicant will also be expected to undertake a medical questionnaire and disclose information about spent convictions and cautions.

Location Harlestone Road, Northampton NN5 7AG
, UK