Class Teacher Permanent position
ECTs welcome to apply
We are currently seeking a class teacher for our vibrant and dynamic 2 form entry Church of England school in the heart of the local community. With a clear vision of igniting passion, empowering learners, and transforming the future, we are committed to providing an exceptional education to all of our pupils. This particular role is to be in Reception with but may change to suit the business needs of the school in the future.
The successful candidate will have a passion for education and a strong commitment to the personal development of pupils. We are looking for candidates who are not afraid to make mistakes, who are committed to doing what is best for their children in their care.
We firmly believe as Ken Robinson said, "Childhood is not a rehearsal," therefore every single moment matters, and we must get it right.
Are You?
- Committed to doing what you can to get it right for every child in your care?
- Creative in the way you approach new challenges?
- Excited by research and learning new things?
- Able to demonstrate composure through everything?
- Focused on your 'why' and able to think through the purpose of everything?
- Willing to incessantly model our school values, whilst always leading with integrity?
- Ready to dance into school every day?
We can offer you:
- A creative and united team, willing to challenge the 'status quo,' who love working collaboratively across the year groups.
- A focus on wellbeing and workload as policy
- Development and research opportunities.
- The most supportive and wonderful community you could ask for.
- A chance to laugh every day.
- Music at the gates to get you in the dancing mood!
This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role
Please note that CVs are not accepted.
If you are successful in being short listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spamboxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there.
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website: St James's C of E Primary School: To our wonderful school
Hours: Full Time
Contract:Permanent
Location:St James's C of E Primary School, Kingsway, Wollaston, West Midlands, DY8 4RU
Closing Date: Thursday 4th June 2026
Interview Date: Friday 12th June 2026
Observations: Wednesday 10th June 2026
