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Classroom Teacher (KS2) - Maternity Cover
Salary: MPS + Fringe
Location: St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Basildon, Essex
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Fixed term (maternity cover) until August 2027
Flexibility
Full time preferred. However, a part-time role (4 days per week) may be considered for the right candidate.
The Christus Catholic Trust and the Local Governing Committee of this caring and successful school wish to appoint an enthusiastic, hard-working and inspirational teacher to join our welcoming and dedicated staff team at St Teresa's Catholic Primary School.
We are particularly interested in teachers who may have middle leadership aspirations or experience, although applications from strong classroom practitioners at any stage of their career are warmly welcomed.
St Teresa's can offer
• A well-organised school with clear systems, shared planning approaches and a strong culture of professional support
• A friendly, good-humoured and supportive team of staff
• Delightful, well-behaved children who enjoy school, are keen to learn and appreciate everything that is done for them
• A bespoke CPD package to support your professional development
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across our Trust and wider networks
• Career development opportunities within the Christus Catholic Trust
The Christus Catholic Trust offers
• A dynamic and collaborative network of professionals committed to providing an excellent Catholic education
• Strong professional support across our Trust schools
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share expertise and best practice
The successful candidate will
• Be a strong team player who can motivate, support and challenge pupils effectively
• Be an innovative and reflective teacher committed to raising standards
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a love of learning
• Build strong professional relationships with staff, pupils and families
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Show commitment to the inclusion of all children and the development of the whole child
• Have strong organisational and time management skills
• Be willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school
Visits
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.
Please arrange visits via Ms Aldridge, Office Manager
01268 553502
office@st-teresasrc.essex.sch.uk
About the School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is located in Basildon and is part of the Christus Catholic Trust, a family of seven primary schools.
St Teresa's is a single-form entry primary school serving a diverse and vibrant community. Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged the school to be Good.
Safeguarding
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School and the Christus Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings.
Key Dates
Closing date: Friday 15 May 2026 (midday)
Shortlisting: Friday 15 May 2026 (pm)
Interview date: Week commencing 18 May 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)
Please note we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
The school reserves the right to close this vacancy early and interview candidates prior to the closing date should suitable applications be received. Early applications are therefore encouraged.