Class Teacher

St Ethelbert’s R.C.P. School is currently seeking a part-time Year 1 class teacher to work Monday - Wednesday. This is a job share with another member of staff. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust. St. Ethelbert’s RCP is a one-form entry school, in the parish of Christ the Redeemer in Deane, Bolton. The school has a Nursery, which admits pupils from the age of 3. We are located in an extremely diverse area of Bolton; our school currently has 24 languages, which adds to the richness of our special community. We are proud of our Catholic ethos, which permeates everything we do. Our Mission Love, Care, Share… At St. Ethelbert’s RCP we: Love learning as friends; Care for our community as neighbours; Share our faith in Jesus as disciples.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. All classroom teachers will contribute to the curriculum and year teams in supporting the school’s mission statement and achieving its aims. As a professional within a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.

We are seeking an individual who:

Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.

Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.

Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.

Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.

Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.

A good understanding of the teaching of Phonics and early reading.