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 one of the following specified times by calling the school office on 01253 726015:
- Monday 27th April 4pm
- Tuesday 5th May 4pm

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 8th May 2026 - midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 11th May 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Lesson observations: To be arranged prior to the interview date

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Scale
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Required: 1st September 2026