St Nicholas First School are looking for an ECT to start September 2025. Are you an enthusiastic and committed Early Career Teacher looking for a nurturing and supportive school to develop your teaching practice? At Codsall Multi Academy Trust, we have a strong track record of supporting ECTs to become highly skilled, confident teachers. We are seeking a passionate ECT on a temporary basis (1 year initially), with experience in Key Stage 1 or 2. There are always opportunities to stay on if we’re the right fit for you What We Offer: Comprehensive ECT Support Package – including coaching and tailored professional development. A Unique Teaching & Learning Approach – we have an exciting curriculum and a highly skilled team of subject leaders A Collaborative & Experienced Team – you’ll be joining a school that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning. A Welcoming & Inclusive Environment – where children love to learn, and staff are well-supported. What We’re Looking For: A motivated ECT with a passion for Key Stage 1 or 2 education. An ECT with a strong knowledge of teaching phonics and early reading. Someone who is eager to learn, reflect, and grow with the support of experienced colleagues. A teacher who values child-centred learning, creativity, and engagement in the classroom. If you’re looking for a school that will invest in your development and provide the right environment for you to thrive, we’d love to hear from you Opportunities to visit the school have been made available on: 29 th April 2025 9.30am or 4pm 30 th April 2025 1.30pm To arrange to attend please email officest-nicholas.staffs.sch.uk marking the email subject line with VISIT TO SCHOOL. Informal discussions regarding this post are most welcome; please contact the school office for enquiries. Visits to school prior to application are welcomed and encouraged. Appointments can be arranged through contacting the school office. Applications can be submitted to the school office, either in person or via email to hrcmat.academy Application packs can be downloaded from the school website. Job Vacancies | St. Nicholas CE First School CLOSING DATE 2 nd May 2025 12 noon INTERVIEW DATE 12 th May 2025 SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES NOTIFED BY 2 nd May 6pm Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS certificate. As the post will involve regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are included on the children’s barred list held by the DBS. Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. Codsall Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.