Primary School Teacher

Thank you for your interest in applying for the role of Class Teacher at St Matthew Academy. You can find our April 2025 Outstanding Ofsted Report here - https://www.stmatthewacademy.co.uk/

At St Matthew Academy, pupils develop a rich body of knowledge and achieve very highly. As a result, pupils are extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils are committed to their learning and take pride in their work. Pupils have highly positive attitudes and behave well in lessons.

Are you a passionate, exceptional practitioner looking for a new challenge? Do you want to join an academy with exemplary behaviour, allowing you to focus on celebrating the success of the whole school? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team in exceptional all through academy that is dedicated to providing an exemplary educational experience to all its pupils? If so, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our School

Pupils receive an exceptional education. This starts in early years, where strong foundations are built, and continues through to the primary and secondary phases. The school takes a nurturing and caring approach, which leads to pupils feeling and being safe and secure.

Pupils benefit from an exceptional enrichment offer. The school provides numerous, varied opportunities to nurture, develop, and stretch pupil’s talents and interests. The school places a high priority on making sure pupils develop a love of reading.

Staff have consistently high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and conduct. Pupils behave very well in all phases of their education. Staff benefit from high quality professional development, which enables them to continually improve their teaching. Leadership and management are exceptional.

We are heavily oversubscribed all through Academy, with 1072 pupils and we are on our way to becoming a leading educational establishment as we continue to flourish within the St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust. We have been operating to an exemplary level and are committed to providing our pupils with the best possible education. The academy virtues of: Integrity, Courage and Service are the heartbeat of our school, which enables all of our staff and pupils to thrive.

To be successful within this role we are looking for a person who has:

A passion for education and commitment to making a difference in the lives of young people

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents

A deep understanding of challenges facing young people and a commitment to promoting their welfare and well-being

An innovative and strategic approach to problem solving, with the ability to inspire and motivate others

The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to embrace change and new challenges

In return for your commitment and dedication, we offer a competitive salary, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a growing Catholic Academy Trust, which is committed to excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and to contribute to the development of an academy that is poised for even more success.

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will:

• Have the highest expectations for the achievement of every pupil in their class.
• Create a nurturing, ambitious and inspiring learning environment for the pupils in their class.
• Demonstrate a passion for developing an engaging and challenging curriculum.
• Be highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and be committed to developing their practice.
• Display a commitment to assist and participate in wider aspects of school life.
• Have strong subject knowledge of the statutory National Curriculum requirements.
• Use assessment effectively to set clear targets for pupil progress and adapt teaching to successfully deliver inclusive practice

Education:

• Graduate degree.
• Teaching qualification.
• Skills & Experience:
• Successful initial teacher training.
• Proven academic track record.

Personal Qualities:

• Committed to building a school rooted in our virtues of Courage, Integrity and Service.
• Dedicated professional.
• Confident communicator.
• Strong team player.
• Committed to high achievement.
• Good sense of humour.
• Flexibility.

Knowledge and Understanding:

• Excellent understanding of Curriculum requirements.
• Awareness and appreciation of the importance of safeguarding young people.
• Awareness and appreciation of working in a Catholic School.

Purpose of the Post

To support the achievement of all children so that they are able to be both happy and successful, to flourish as individuals.

To carry out the professional duties of a teacher, as described in the current “School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions” document, including specific duties assigned by the Head of Primary.

Accountability

Accountable to: The Head of Primary

Key Responsibilities:

• To plan and to teach engaging lessons that take account of curriculum coverage and enable pupil progress.
• To monitor and ensure pupil progress.
• To provide a stimulating learning environment.
• To implement effective behaviour management strategies.

Staff Development/Training/Reviews/Meetings

Participating, if required, in staff development and performance review.

Reviewing from time to time his/her methods of teaching and programmes of work.

Participating in arrangements for his/her further training and professional development as a teacher.

Advising and co-operating with the Headteacher and other teachers on the preparation and development of programmes of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.

Resourcing

To be responsible for the use and care of the teaching area including the adherence to relevant health and safety regulations.

To ensure that the teaching area presents a stimulating environment for teaching and learning.

Policy

To attend relevant meetings.

To implement the Academy’s policies.

Our Commitment

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK and online vetting, in line with safer recruitment practices.

How to apply

For an application pack or to book an Academy tour, please contact HR on hr@stmatthewacademy.co.uk