Staff Vacancies
ST THERESA’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY
We currently have 3 vacancies in school:
Cleaner, Class Teacher and Deputy Head Teacher
VACANCY: CLEANER
PART TIME: 10 HRS PER WEEK 3.30 PM – 5.30 PM
TERM TIME PLUS 3 WEEKS HOLIDAY CLEAN: 41 WEEKS PER YEAR
GRADE 2: £22,183 PER ANNUM PRO RATA
The Governing Body of this successful school seek to appoint a well organised and well-motivated individual to the role of part-time cleaner. This is a temporary position with a view to becoming permanent. The hours of work are Monday to Friday 3.30pm - 5.30pm, plus holiday cleaning.
We are looking for a keen, self-motivated person who will manage the evening cleaning of the school as part of our cleaning team. The role will require the post holder to work with honesty and integrity and help to maintain the excellent reputation of the school within the community.
The school will offer you a friendly, hardworking environment with happy children and an enthusiastic, dedicated staff team.
St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to rigorous vetting procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.
The position is open to persons of any faith background or none, but the post holder must be able to uphold and work to support the Catholic Faith ethos of the school.
To apply please complete the Catholic Application form, Notes to Applicants form, Recruitment Monitoring form and Consent to Obtain References form on the school website www.st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk or contact the school office on 01244 470860 or via email: bursar@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk Please return all forms to bursar@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk (please note only applications on the Catholic application form will be considered).
Closing date for applications: Please contact school for further information
Interview date: To be confirmed
Start date: by agreement
CLASS TEACHER
Full time
Permanent contract
Salary: MPS
The children, staff and governors of St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint a warm, nurturing teacher to join our happy, successful school from September 2024.
We would like someone who is creative, inspirational and can work as a member of a strong, committed team. You should demonstrate high quality teaching skills, have an excellent knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, and have high expectations. We would like you to have good communication skills with adults and children while appreciating the uniqueness of each child in your care. E.C.T.s are welcome to apply. The class will be decided upon appointment as it will depend on the experience and skills of the applicant. Please make sure you state these on your application.
Although you do not need to be a practicing Catholic to apply, you must be willing to adhere and promote the Catholic ethos of our school. Forgiveness and compassion are at the heart of all we do.
St. Theresa’s is a one-form entry school and nursery. We can offer you happy children who are keen to learn and colleagues who can guide and support you. We have supportive governors, parents and community and can offer opportunities for continued professional development.
If you feel we are the right place for you, please telephone to arrange a visit where you will see for yourself just how special St. Theresa’s is.
St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to rigorous vetting procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.
To apply please complete the Catholic Application form, Recruitment Monitoring form and Consent to Obtain References form on the school website www.st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk or contact the school office on 01244 470860 or via email: bursar@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk Please return all forms to bursar@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk (please note only applications received on the Catholic application form will be considered)
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8th May 2024 – midday
Lesson observation: Wednesday 15th May 2024 (preferably at candidates setting)
Interview date: Thursday 16th May 2024
Deputy Headteacher
Scale Point L4-L8
Required from September 2024
St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary school are wishing to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who is able to support the Headteacher in leading the school forward on the next phase of its exciting journey.
The children, governors, staff and parents are looking to appoint a practising Catholic who has the experience, motivation and enthusiasm to work as part of a team and play a key role in building on the success of our friendly school.
Our aim at St. Theresa’s is to nurture and care for our children so that they not only achieve to the best of their individual ability academically, but become resilient, happy young people who are equipped to cope with all life has to offer. We do this through living out our mission statement of:
“Fully valuing everyone in the love of Jesus. Caring and Learning together.”
We are looking for a special person who is:
- A committed practising Catholic who is willing to maintain and develop the Catholic life of the school.
- An excellent classroom practitioner who can consistently deliver and model best practice.
- Able to inspire and motivate others to achieve outstanding practice which is right for our children.
- Able to demonstrate proven leadership skills and who has experience in successfully leading aspects of school improvement.
- Enthusiastic with a ‘can do’ attitude who is able to respond and adapt appropriately to varying situations.
- Open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team, and above all else, have a good sense of humour.
We can offer the successful candidate:
- A caring, happy school with a strong Catholic ethos.
- Enthusiastic, happy children who are eager to learn and achieve.
- An opportunity to work with very friendly, committed, and caring staff as well as a supportive governing body.
- The chance to shape your role and responsibilities within the school through varied professional development opportunities.
Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school and meet with the Headteacher. Appointments will be made on an individual basis by contacting our office staff on 01244 470860 or by emailing admin@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk.
The closing date for completed applications is: 12pm on Friday 3rd May 2024
Interviews will be held on: Friday 17th May 2024
Cheshire West and Chester Council is committed to equal opportunities in employment.
Application must be made on CES application which is available from the school office and the Catholic Education Service website: http://www.catholiceducation.org.uk.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check is required for the successful applicant. References will be requested prior to interview.
Application Forms must be returned by post or by hand and addressed to: Chair of Governors,
St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary School, Kipling Road, Blacon, Chester, CH1 5UU
Alternatively, email completed applications to head@st-theresas.cheshire.sch.uk