Job Introduction
Full Time Class Teacher – suitable for ECTs
It would be advantageous for the successful candidate to have a particular interest or area of expertise in Early Years and Key Stage One.
Start Date: 1st September 2026.
This is initially a fixed term position to 31st August 2027 pending a permanent appointment but will be reviewed in line with staff requirements.as at 31st August 2027.
Interview date 26th March 2026
Are you an inspiring and dedicated teacher who is deeply committed to giving children the very best start to their education?
At St Alban’s CE (Aided) Primary School, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years or Key Stage 1 teacher to join our increasingly successful and thriving team.
Our vision is simple yet powerful:
“Inspired to make a difference in God’s world, with excellence and love.”
Everything we do is rooted in our Christian values of love, courage and fellowship and these come through clearly in how pupils behave and in their attitudes to learning. We are committed to ensure that ‘pupils thrive in a warm, ambitious and increasingly successful school.’ Ofsted, January 2026
About Our School
We are proud to be a school where ‘pupils feel safe, valued and well-supported to grow academically, socially and emotionally.’ Ofsted, January 2026.
We offer:
- Pupils who are polite, welcoming and well-mannered
- A strong, empowered team who benefit from professional trust
- Compassionate leaders who have created a supportive culture
- A commitment to high-quality professional development for all staff
- A relational and inclusive ethos that supports individual pupils to thrive
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Has high expectations for all pupils and is committed to achieving excellent outcomes
- Demonstrates secure knowledge of the EYFS/KS1 curriculum
- Creates an engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
- Understands the importance of early language, phonics and foundational skills
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
- Is reflective and committed to continual professional growth
The successful candidate will meet and uphold the expectations set out in the Teachers' Standards, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We Are Looking for Someone Who
- Is supportive of the Christian ethos
- Shows creativity, energy and resilience
- Works collaboratively as part of a team
- Is dedicated to making a difference to children’s lives
ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply, and we offer a strong induction and mentoring programme.
If you are ready to inspire, nurture and make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office for further details and an application pack. Mrs Goldsworthy, our Headteacher, would be delighted to give you a tour and answer any questions about the role.
St Alban’s CE Aided Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
