Job Introduction
St Botolph’s is a successful, popular, dynamic school which opened in September 2002 under the PFI
initiative. We have a positive, caring, supportive ethos and all work together as a team to develop our
children.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic class teacher. The successful applicant will be
an excellent classroom teacher and make a significant contribution to the maintenance and development
of the school and bring creative ideas and enthusiasm to the table. We seek a visionary, someone who can
lead by example and implement changes effectively. Subject responsibilities and leadership opportunities
are available and will be discussed at interview.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an excellent practitioner
- Has high expectations of children
- Is highly effective at meeting the needs of the children and ensuring rapid progress is made
- Is innovative and creative in their thinking
- Is able to show clear evidence of strong and sustained commitment to their own
professional development
- Can make a sustained professional commitment to the wider work of the school
- Understands the challenges of planning and assessing
- Works well with others
- Is able to lead a curriculum area across the whole school, or will eventually if an ECT.
- Is a strong team player
- Has a positive and caring attitude
- Has sympathy to the ethos of a Church of England School.
Closing Date: 15/05/2026
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
