Full time Class Teacher Required for September-One Year Contract

We are seeking an excellent Key Stage One or Key Stage Two class teacher to join our wonderful team in the heart of Deptford.

Deptford is an emerging creative and vibrant area, with a local Arts Centre and the Albany Theatre nearby. We are a short walk from Greenwich, with excellent transport links via Deptford  & Deptford Bridge DLR  with London Bridge being just 6 minutes away on the train.

The school has high expectations and we are dedicated to providing the very best for our pupils. We understand how important it is to provide a range of different opportunities for the children creating long lasting memories.

At St Joseph's, we strive to provide a curriculum and a learning environment that develops the whole child to ensure that when the pupils leave St Joseph's, they do so as kind, well rounded and respectful young people.

We are looking for a candidate who is committed and and enthusiastic to the above aims and who:

• is fully commit to support the Catholic ethos of the school,
• is committed to high standards ans supporting school improvement,
• has excellent classroom management,
• is a dedicated team player and is able to motivate and inspire others,
• has a commitment to inclusion of all pupils,
• has the ability to build excellent relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community.

Our children are friendly, enthusiastic and keen to learn.  We are eager to enrich their experiences and opportunities through a rich and varied curriculum.

All applications need to be completed using the documentation contained within the application packs. No CV's or agencies please.

Ordinarily we would strongly encourage you to visit our lovely school where you could meet with the Headteacher and Deputy Head prior to application. In light of the current situation, the school remains open to a small number of children. You are welcome to visit us, and meet some of our children, where we would maintain social distancing. If you have any questions or would like to know more information, please feel free to telephone the school and speak to a member of the Senior Leadership Team and/or telephone Nicola Doherty the Headteacher on 07377 628 083. For full details and an application form please contact Margaret Paczensky (School Business Manager ) on admin@stjps.lewisham.sch.uk or Nicola Doherty ( Headteacher) on headteacher@stjps.lewisham.sch.uk.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.