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We are a highly successful independent day school for girls aged 3-16 years and boys aged 3-4 years, a member of the Girls' Schools Association, the Independent Association of Prep Schools and the prestigious Round Square organisation.
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher who can demonstrate effective teaching at EYFS, KS1 and KS2 level. You will be responsible for the teaching, learning and achievement of pupils whilst working to fulfill the overall aims of the School by inspiring pupils to be the best they can be within a nurturing and supporting environment. We are looking for someone to start in January 2025 or earlier if possible.
St Mary's is proud of its excellent customer service and expects all staff to maintain its high standards as well as participating in the life of the School.
To apply, please download and complete the Application form at the bottom of the Vacancies page, and return it to the school as a scan by email careers@stmaryscolchester.org.uk, or by post For the Attention of Molly Terry, HR & Compliance Officer, St Mary's School, 91 Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex CO3 3RB.
Information about the School
St Mary's School is a happy, high achieving independent day school for girls aged 4-16 years with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4 years. We are a member of the Girls’ Schools Association, Independent Association of Preparatory Schools and the Independent Schools Association.
At St Mary’s, we believe that girls are remarkable and have different educational needs. With us, girls will be inspired, build resilience, advance academically, learn what interests her and grow. We understand that the girls’ wellbeing matters and is critical to achieving. Girls at St Mary’s are not only self-confident and capable, but also kind and considerate.
Parents want the world for their daughters – and so do we. When she leaves us, she’ll be empowered to rise to the challenges and the opportunities the world presents.
We have a low staff turnover at St Mary’s, but occasionally we are in the position to invite suitably qualified individuals to join our friendly, close-knit team.