Class Teacher

Xavier Catholic Education Trust; Hersham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust in Hersham is seeking a talented Class Teacher to join the team at Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School. The successful candidate will provide inspiring and high-quality learning experiences to help children reach their full potential. The role involves creative lesson planning and adherence to the values of the Catholic faith. We welcome applicants seeking their first teaching role to contribute positively to the school and make a significant impact on students’ lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to inspire and motivate children to reach their full potential.
• Commitment to the values of the Catholic Christian faith.
• Strong ability to implement workplace policies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality teaching and imaginative lesson planning.
• Contribute significantly to school development.
• Be a role model for children and staff.

Skills

Creative teaching methods

Effective assessment skills

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

* Class TeacherFast Apply# Class TeacherEmployerLocation: Hersham, SurreyContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeSalary: MPS 1-6Posted: 9th January 2026Start Date: 1st September 2026Expires: 20th February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1528756Job Reference: CTCNStart Date: 1st September 2026* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Job ID: 1528756* Share :Vacancy for a Class TeacherCardinal Newman Catholic Primary School is a two form entry school and is extremely well supported within the Xavier Catholic Education Trust. We are seeking to appoint a talented, motivated and outstanding teacher to join the very successful staff team.The successful candidate will be passionate about providing a creative learning experience which inspires all children to reach their full potential, creating lifelong learners and committed to having high expectations of themselves and every child.Job Purpose:* The purpose of this teaching role is to provide high quality teaching, effective assessment and imaginative lesson planning / use of resources, thereby motivating children and leading to a high standard of learning and achievement for all.* To accept and teach the values and practice of the Catholic Christian faith in ways appropriate to the understandings of the children and in accordance with school policy. The teacher does not have to be a Catholic but empathy with the aims and values of the school is essential.Key Accountabilities* To maintain consistently high standards in relation to all aspects of the Teachers’ Standards* Demonstrate effective practice and help others to evaluate the impact of their teaching on children’s’ achievement* Contribute significantly to implementing workplace policies* Be a role model for children and other staff* Make a significant contribution to school development* Make a significant contribution to the wider aspects of school lifeWe warmly welcome any interested applicants ( including teachers looking for their first role ) to come and look around our school and meet the Headteacher. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. The deadline for applications is Friday 23rd January 2026. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.Salary: M1-M6 £34,398 - £46,839 (Depending on experience)Application Closes: 9am Friday 23rd January 2026.Interviews: TBCPlease see Job Description attached to this advert for full job description and person specification.Safeguarding StatementThis 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. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This 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. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.### Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary SchoolPart of### Xavier Catholic Education Trust