Job Description

Would you like to become part of an amazing school and community?

At St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, teaching is seen as a privileged opportunity to facilitate learning that inspires whilst developing positive memories that last a life time. If you share this same ethos, then you will fit right in.

We are looking for an experienced, talented permanent class teacher who will work in ourmixed-age year 3 and 4 class from September 2026.

You will:

• have high expectations;
• be reflective and excited about teaching;
• be a professional who works well as part of a small team;
• be joyful and caring;
• be committed to inclusion for all and following a trauma informed approach in school;
• be committed to contributing to the Christian ethos of our school.

In return we can offer you:

• enthusiastic children who have a real love of learning;
• experienced staff that support each other;
• leadership that encourages and promotes opportunities for professional development;
• a close-knit and caring team;
• excellent relationships with parents and the wider community;
• a rich, broad and creative curriculum which seeks to be as practical as possible;
• small class sizes (the year 3 and 4 class is expected to be just 15 children in September!).

We would welcome applications from teachers of all different levels of experience. If you would like to find out more about our welcoming and friendly village school, visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged - we are always delighted to share our learning and how we carry out our aim to 'life in all its fullness.' These can be arranged by contacting our school office on 01787 237354 or by emailing admin@st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk

To find out more information about our school, you can visit www.st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk

Information about the School

Please do not send in any CV's. All applications must be made via the online application form.

St. Margaret's is a small village school set in the Essex countryside where the children are at the heart of all we do. We know them well and offer a caring, fulfilling environment with an emphasis on meeting individual needs within a supportive and challenging learning environment where the children feel valued.

We have a strong, Christian ethos and a vision inspired by all our stakeholders which reads: At St. Margaret's Church of England Primary School we seek to develop wisdom, encourage aspiration and promote dignity and acceptance enabling our respectful children to love a life giving back to the community. 'Live life in all its fullness.' John 10:10