Class Teacher

Our Trust St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is a family of 63 schools working together to provide high-quality, faith-filled education to every child we serve. At the heart of our Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is a mission that shapes everything we do. Inspired by the witness of St Gabriel the Archangel, we are forming Christ-centred pilgrims of hope with kind hearts, questioning minds, a thirst for knowledge, and a hunger for justice. These characteristics are lived out in our schools, they shape our culture, leadership, teaching, and our community. Our School St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Rugeley, is a warm, welcoming, and faith-filled community where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish. Rooted in Gospel values and a strong Catholic ethos, we provide a nurturing environment, high academic standards, and a commitment to developing the whole child. We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Rugeley, part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy, as a part-time Class Teacher (0.4 FTE, Thursday and Friday) for fixed-term maternity cover from September 2026 to August 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, inclusive environment where staff, children, and families work in close partnership to create a vibrant and caring school community. We Are Looking for a Teacher Who Is: Patient and Supportive Creates a nurturing, inclusive environment where all pupils feel safe, valued, and respected. Engaging and Motivating Delivers creative, inspiring lessons that capture pupils’ interest and foster a love of learning. Adaptable tailors teaching to meet the diverse needs and abilities of all learners, ensuring every child makes progress. Experienced with Children Confident in managing classroom behaviour positively and effectively, promoting mutual respect. Passionate about Education Committed to helping every child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. A Strong Communicator Communicates clearly with pupils, staff, and parents, and provides constructive, meaningful feedback. Faith-Inspired Willing and able to actively support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school, embedding Gospel values into everyday learning. Collaborative Works well as part of a team and builds strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community. We are committed to providing excellent mentoring and support for early career teachers. We welcome applications from candidates of all faiths and none who share our values and commitment to high-quality education within a Catholic ethos. Why Join St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School? A Christian community rooted in care, respect and high expectations. A happy, inclusive and supportive school family. A strong focus on both academic achievement and well-being. Excellent relationships with parents and the w