Year 1 Class Teacher

We are seeking an exceptional class teacher to join our enthusiastic and supportive team at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Our school is a single form entry, multicultural school located in Fishponds, Bristol. We foster a warm and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.

We are looking for teachers who are:

• Able to provide excellent pastoral care, ensuring the wellbeing and personal development of every child in the class
• Committed and passionate about pupil learning
• Well organised and enthusiastic
• Able to show initiative
• Able to work collaboratively with all members of the school community
• Able to motivate, inspire and lead others
• Willing to 'go the extra mile' for our children and families
• Able to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire and challenge our pupils
• Able to uphold the ethos and values of the school, driving standards to enable the best outcomes for all children

The role is a fixed term contract for one year to cover a maternity leave, from 1st September 2026 until 31st August 2027.  We welcome Catholic teachers and non-Catholic teachers who are supportive of the Catholic ethos. We welcome applications from all cultures and faiths.

If you are an ambitious and dedicated class teacher who shares our vision for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our vibrant and inclusive school community.

In return for your hard work we offer:

• Highly motivated and well behaved pupils
• The support of an experienced and dedicated team
• A caring Christian ethos
• Local government pension scheme
• Option to participate in the cycle to work scheme
• Full training and a commitment to professional development for all staff
• A modern, well-resourced environment
• Fishponds is in easy reach of Bristol's city centre while being near to local parks as well as a wide variety of local shops including Morrisons, Lidl and Aldi. Transport links including the M32, the Bristol to Bath Cycle Path and local bus services are also very close to the school. There is plenty of on-road parking. The school has a wonderfully diverse community which makes us both unique and special.

We would love you to visit the school prior to application. If you would like to discuss the position or to find out more about the school please contact the School Office either on 0117-377-2160 or by email. Full contact details can be located within the 'Apply Now' section; please log in or register to view.

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 27th April 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 28th April 2026

Interviews to be held on Tuesday 5th May 2026

An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.