What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who:
• Understand and respect the Mission and Catholic ethos of the school and the Emmaus MAC
• Have a good understanding of the requirements of the national curriculum.
• Have high expectations of all pupils to ensure they each reach their fullest, individual potential.
• Have the ability to challenge all pupils and have high expectations of their behaviour.
• Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm in all areas of learning and school life.
• Have the ability to develop and support children’s well-being and self-esteem.
• Demonstrate a positive working attitude at all times and work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Contribute towards the wider life of the school and community- building and maintaining positive relationships throughout.
What the school offers its staff
St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School can offer:
• A happy, caring school with a strong Catholic ethos.
• A supportive Local Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team who are committed to maintaining high standards.
• Children who are well-behaved, capable, enthusiastic, willing and eager to learn.
• Hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff who work together for the good of the whole school.
• A committed and supportive environment where you will be encouraged to develop your professional career
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.