KS2 Classroom Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a class teacher to provide high quality teaching for the pupils, as well as contribute fully to the life of the school.

Our ideal candidate would be a teacher who:

• is an excellent teacher who is ambitious to improve further
• is hard working, creative and committed to making learning enjoyable
• is confident yet humble in their approach to education
• is a strong team player willing to have a positive impact on the development of the school beyond their classroom
• is able to respond effectively and with calmness and compassion when required, to support children and families who may be experiencing difficult personal circumstances

What the school offers its staff

Catherine Junior School is in the heart of Leicester City. We serve a diverse community of families. Our children love coming to school and thrive with their learning because of the strong curriculum, experiences and opportunities for personal development that we provide.

There are over 20 languages represented in our school as well as a variety of cultures and religions all of which are celebrated and respected.

If you want to be part of a happy, hard-working and committed team and you would like to teach well behaved, motivated and enthusiastic children, then Catherine Junior School is the place for you.

Our school offers:

• happy, well-behaved children who enjoy coming to school
• experienced and motivated colleagues
• a modern well-equipped learning environment
• an excellent CPD programme which is available to all
• a structured, supportive induction programme for Early Career Teachers
• a committed and supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body
• a sociable staff who are kind and consider the well-being of everyone

Commitment to safeguarding

Catherine Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to the following satisfactory pre-employment checks: - Identity - Right to work in the UK - Qualifications - Barred List Check (previously List 99) - Section 128 check - Disclosure & Barring Service Check - References - Online/social media search You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.