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Class Teacher - Sacred Heart Primary School
Class Teacher (Key Stage 2) – Sacred Heart Primary School
About the Role
Sacred Heart Primary School is seeking an experienced and inspirational Class Teacher to join their team, particularly with Key Stage 2 (KS2) experience. The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- A passion for ensuring the best outcomes for all children
- High standards of teaching and learning
- Commitment to raising standards within the school
- A focus on professional development
- Strong teamwork and leadership skills
About Sacred Heart Primary School
- A two-form-entry primary school serving children aged 3–11 years in Tipton
- Vision: Developing creative minds, compassion, and courage in children, with a focus on total development (spiritual, moral, emotional, social, intellectual, cultural, and physical)
- A highly inclusive school, achieving the Sandwell Inclusion Quality Mark at Enhanced Level
- A modern, state-of-art school with a supportive community and competitive salary
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Lead a highly effective KS2 classroom, setting high expectations for both themselves and learners
- Have in-depth knowledge of the curriculum and KS2 National Assessments
- Lead ** initatives** to improve teaching and learning
- Work collaboratively within a supportive team
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and harmonious learning environment (Not essential but advantageous: Experience with Read Write Inc or Mastery Maths)
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What Our School Offers
- A wonderful community of engaged and talented children
- Professional development opportunities for staff
- Modern, well-equipped school facilities
- Staff support including:
- Mental Health First Aid
- Occupational Health Services
- Employee Assistance Programme (available for the whole family)
- Regular staff briefings and events
- Access to a wide range of high-quality resources
- Competitive salary within the Main Pay Range to Upper Pay Range (£32,916 - £51,048 p.a.)
Requirements & Commitments
- DBS check (including a Children’s Barring List Check)
- Proven track record as an excellent KS2 class teacher
- Strong curriculum knowledge and leadership skills
- Full-time position with an expected start date in January 2027 (subject to clearances)
- Essential requirement: Fluent spoken English (in line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016)
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare (adherence to KCSIE requirements)
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Sacred Heart Primary School is committed to:
- Eliminating unlawful discrimination
- Encouraging diversity in its workforce
- Being a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteeing an interview to applicants who meet the criteria and disclose they wish to be considered
Additional Notes
- Applicants must include reasonable adjustments needed during recruitment on their application.
- Online searches may be conducted on shortlisted candidates (issues will be discussed in interviews).
- Visits to the school are always welcome. Contact:
- Mrs Nicki Elwart (nicki.elwart@sacredheartpri.com) or call 0121 557 1511.
Application Details
- Closing Date & Time: Wednesday 1st July 2026 at midday
- Submissions:
- Application forms must be signed if sent via email
- CVs will not be accepted—complete the application form
- Send completed applications to nicki.elwart@sacredheartpri.com
- Shortlisting: Monday 21st September 2026 (afternoon)
- Interviews: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
The school reserves the right to close applications early if sufficient candidates are received.
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