Are you an experienced leader looking for a new and exciting challenge? Fancy joining a team committed to improving educational outcomes and providing children with the best start in education?

St Mary’s Church of England VA Primary School are seeking an inspirational Assistant Headteacher whose primary responsibility would be to lead our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage One (KS1) team. This role is perfect for an aspirational middle leader who is passionate about teaching and learning and deeply committed to ensuring that every child has the best start in life. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, ensuring that all children flourish both academically and socially.

We believe in strong and meaningful relationships. They are at the heart of everything we do, so if you believe in recognising the whole child and teacher then maybe we are the school for you! 

Our ideal Assistant Headteacher will be committed to ensuring successful and aspirational outcomes for all. They will work with our staff and students to cultivate a love of learning and develop enriching environments that enable our children to thrive.

If you are passionate about enabling children to have the very best start in life, then this could be the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

•              Class teaching responsibilities within the above phase

•              Leading Early Reading and Phonics across the school.

•              Support the headteacher with the leadership and management of the school.

•              Support whole school staff development through mentoring and coaching.

•              Provide safeguarding support as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead.

•              Establish strong working relationship with children, staff, parents and external stakeholders.

We are looking for an ambitious leader who is:

•              Passionate about Teaching and Learning and an outstanding practitioner 

•              Ambitious, confident and enthusiastic

•              An experienced EYFS and Key Stage one practitioner

•              Experienced at leading a core area or phase of the curriculum

•              Demonstrates strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills

•              Able to motivate and inspire a team.

We encourage applicants to look at our Information Pack which provides further details about our school and the posts advertised. This includes our personal specification and job description. Our Information Pack can be found within the attachments or on the vacancies section of our school website - www.stmarysthornbury.com.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged – our leadership team would love to show you around – and can be arranged by emailing: stmarysthornbury@sgmail.org.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people.  All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Are you an experienced Key Stage Two practitioner committed to ensuring children have the best start in education?

Due to a staff member relocating, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our team. We seek to appoint an experienced Key Stage Two Teacher who can inspire young minds and cultivate an environment that enables children to thrive. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of outstanding teaching within this phase and be committed to nurturing students’ growth and development as we believe that ‘nothing is impossible’.

Strong and meaningful relationships are at the heart of everything we do, so if you believe in recognising the whole child then maybe we are the school for you!  

Our ideal candidate will be someone who has a strong passion for teaching and learning, is keen to embrace our vision and contribute to our vibrant community. They will need to evidence that they possess the characteristics and skills to motivate students, ensuring successful outcomes for all. However, we are also searching for a forward-thinking practitioner who is keen to further their own professional development and support the development of colleagues.

As a friendly and inclusive school, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming community where each member feels valued and respected. Our inquisitive and enthusiastic students are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and ready to engage in their educational journey. We understand that each child is an individual with unique strengths and challenges, and our priority is to nurture their growth in a supportive environment. Thus, we are dedicated to creating a culture where respect and kindness are at the forefront.

Therefore, we can offer you:

• A small, supportive school community (1 form entry)
• A committed and enthusiastic staff who work well as a team
• Friendly, responsive children who arrive each day motivated and ‘ready to learn’.
• Supportive families who are keen for their children to achieve.
• A positive ethos underpinned by shared values.
• A pleasant and stimulating learning environment.
• A forward-thinking school environment.
• Ongoing appreciation of work life balance.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to deliver Quality First Teaching
• Demonstrate successful practice with Key Stage Two
• Have experience of leading a subject area
• Be committed to the school’s vision
• Have a willingness to participate fully in the life of the school
• Value inclusion
• Actively support the Christian ethos of the school
• Be committed to school improvement

We encourage applicants to look at our Information Pack which provides further details about our school and the posts advertised. This includes our personal specification and job description. Our Information Pack can be found within the attachments or on the vacancies section of our school website - www.stmarysthornbury.com.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged – our leadership team would love to show you around – and can be arranged by emailing: stmarysthornbury@sgmail.org.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people.  All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Are you an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher who is looking for a new challenge?

The Head Teacher and Governors, of St Mary’s C of E VA Primary School, seek to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who are committed to raising achievement for all.

We are looking for a class teacher who is not only passionate about education but also dedicated to building meaningful relationships with students, parents, and the wider community. Our ideal candidate will be someone who embraces our vision and is eager to contribute to our vibrant school community. We invite you to be a part of our mission to inspire and empower our students, ensuring they thrive in all aspects of their lives. Together, we can create a brighter future for every child, rooted in love, respect, and a shared commitment to lifelong learning.

As a friendly and inclusive school, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming community where each member feels valued and respected. Our inquisitive and enthusiastic students are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and ready to engage in their educational journey. We understand that each child is an individual with unique strengths and challenges, and our priority is to nurture their growth in a supportive environment. Thus, we are dedicated to creating a culture where respect and kindness are at the forefront.

. Therefore, we can offer you:

• A small, supportive school community (1 form entry)
• A committed and enthusiastic staff who work well as a team
• Friendly and responsive children who arrive each day motivated and ‘ready to learn’.
• Supportive families who are keen for their children to achieve.
• A positive ethos underpinned by shared values.
• A pleasant and stimulating learning environment.
• Opportunities for Professional Development through collaborative working.
• A forward-thinking school environment.
• Ongoing appreciation of work life balance.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to deliver Quality First Teaching
• Be committed to the school’s vision
• Have high expectations of learning
• Demonstrate flexibility and openness to new ideas
• Have a willingness to participate fully in the life of the school
• Value inclusion
• Actively support the Christian ethos of the school
• Be committed to school improvement

We encourage applicants to look at our Information Pack which provides further details about our school and the posts advertised. This includes our personal specification and job description. Our Information Pack can be found within the attachments or on the vacancies section of our school website - www.stmarysthornbury.com.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged. If you feel that we are the school for you, then we would love to hear from you!

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people.  All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.