Class Teacher

Thank you for taking the time to consider Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School for the next stage in your professional journey. We are a school and a community, steeped in faith, love and hope; working together continually to bring the Kingdom of God alive here on Earth. At Our Lady’s, we live by our mission statement, “You are Precious in my Eyes”. Every member of our school family is valued, nurtured and inspired to be the very best version of themselves in all that they do; for themselves and for our children.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional educator who is passionate about learning and who will seek to become an inspirational practitioner; for teachers who understand that all children have the potential to achieve their dreams. A teacher who strives to nurture, motivate and facilitate each child’s journey of discovery and learning.

In return we will offer the successful candidate a supportive, loving environment where taking risks and learning by our mistakes is integral to our learning community, with Christ firmly at its’ centre. Working alongside passionate practitioners within Our Lady’s will provide the challenge and support needed to become the inspirational teacher our children so rightly deserve.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to arrange to visit the school on Tuesday 17th November at 2pm or 4pm. Please call the school office to arrange on 01253 726015.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed

Closing date for applications: Friday 20th November 2026
School Visit: Tuesday 17th November at 2pm or 4pm - please call the school office to arrange
Lesson Observations: w/k beginning Monday 23rd November 2026
Interviews: Thursday 3rd December 2026

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Scale
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Required: 1st April 2027