What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for full-time teachers (Both ECT and experienced teachers welcome to apply) to join our two-form entry school staff in September 2025.
We are looking for teachers who:
• Are enthusiastic, hardworking and positive
• Have high expectations of themselves and of the children
• Are team players and excellent communicators with strong organisational skills
• Are excellent practitioners or have the potential to become one
• Are willing to contribute to the wider life of the school
We have close links with the wider community and our parents are extremely supportive.
Successful applicants should be supportive of the Catholic ethos of our school.
What the school offers its staff
St Stephen’s is a high performing school in the London Borough of Bexley. We employ both an author and artist in residence, as well as specialist teachers for music and PE who work alongside our class teachers to ensure every child receives a broad, balanced and bespoke curriculum. Our Ofsted inspection found that ‘pupils exude a love of learning and describe the school like being a second family. Behaviour is exemplary. Pupils are courteous towards adults and their peers.’ We are committed to having the best possible standards in all areas of school life. Academically, our children perform to the highest levels. Our pupils enjoy learning and the exciting opportunities provided for them. We offer a secure, happy and disciplined environment where children grow and develop into responsible young people.
Commitment to safeguarding
References will be requested for applicants shortlisted for interview only and prior to interview. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Applicants invited to interview stage will be required to complete a Self-Disclosure form. An Enhanced DBS certificate will be required on provisional offer, including a check of the Children’s Barred List. Further vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment.