Key Stage 2 Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Full-time

St Michael Catholic Primary and Nursery School, Chatham

• Ref:KCC887-3712-69T
• Posted:30/04/2025
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:01/09/2025
• App Close Date:16/05/2025 at 12:30
• Interviews:19/05/2025

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Welcome from the Headteacher

It is with great honour that I serve as Headteacher of this vibrant, joyful school.

While this pack offers a glimpse of what we offer, it only scratches the surface of the opportunities, warmth, and energy you’ll find here.

We would be delighted to welcome you. 

Nicola Collins, Headteacher

We are seeking a passionate  KS2 teacher for a maternity cover who will:

• Deliver high-quality, creative classroom practice -
• Set high expectations for all pupils -
• Bring positivity, flexibility, and commitment to collaboration -
• Support and reflect the Catholic ethos of the school -
• Motivate pupils and colleagues through professionalism and enthusiasm.

What We Offer -

• A welcoming, supportive Catholic community -
• Experienced leadership and committed colleagues -
• Your own iPad and laptop -
• High-quality CPD and career development -
• Strong emphasis on well-being and work-life balance -
• Respectful and enthusiastic pupils -
• A culture of praise and gratitude (e.g., “Thank You Thursdays”).

Job Purpose

• The postholder will be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class, ensuring equality of opportunity for all, and will work within statutory frameworks and uphold the values of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
• - Set clear targets and assess pupils’ progress
• - Create a stimulating, inclusive classroom environment
• - Maintain positive behaviour in line with school policies
• - Communicate with parents and external agencies
• - Lead and support staff within the classroom
• - Maintain professional development and up-to-date knowledge.

Person Specification

Qualifications 

•  Essential: Qualified Teacher Status
•  Desirable: Evidence of CPD (e.g., INSET)

 Experience

• - Essential: Teaching at Key Stage 1 or 2 -
• - Desirable:  Effective classroom and learning strategies
• - Statutory National Curriculum knowledge - Child protection, SEN, Health & Safety legislation
• - Range of teaching and assessment methods Skills
• - Inspire, lead and support learning
• - Communicate clearly in writing and speech
• - Build strong relationships with school community
• - Create a happy and effective learning environment

Information about the school

About Our School St. Michael Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, values-led school community where every child — and every adult — is nurtured to flourish. As part of the Archdiocese of Southwark and Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are rooted in Christian values and committed to serving the local community. At the heart of our ethos are the CIRCLE values: Care, Independence, Resilience, Church, Learning, and Enjoyment. We are proud to have been judged Outstanding in all areas in our most recent Catholic School Inspection (Dec 2023) and maintained a Good rating from Ofsted (2019). Our enriched curriculum includes: - Forest School led by a Level 3 practitioner - Primary Science Quality Mark, - Gold Artsmark, - NAACE ICT Award, and - Inclusive Schools Quality Mark - Strong participation in local sports events as part of the STRIVE Sports Partnership

Job Contact Information

• Name:Kim Cleall-Harding
• Address:Hills Terrace, Hills Terrace, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PX
• Telephone: 01634832578
• Email: cleak003@st-michaels.medway.sch.uk

Fax: 1634832578

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Application Pack -
• Application Form