Current Vacancies
Job Title: Class Teacher
Reporting to: Headteacher
Hours of Work: Full-time
Employer: Worcestershire County Council, based at Astley CE Primary School
Job Purpose
The role of the class teacher is to carry out the professional duties of teaching, facilitating and encourage learning which enables pupils to achieve outstanding levels of progress and attain standards that are appropriate or better for their age and ability. A key purpose is to develop intrinsic learning behaviours and positive attitudes and independence. The role also involves sharing and supporting the corporate responsibility for the education and wellbeing of all pupils, nurturing positive relationships within the school community.
Special Conditions
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and ALL convictions and/or cautions must be declared.
The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and barred list check to satisfy child protection requirements.
At all times priority is given to the safeguarding of young people and that Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are followed.
We will contact past employers and explore any gaps in work history.
We reserve the right to carry out online searches via a search engine on applicants if we deem it is needed.
Astley CE Primary School 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.
We strongly encourage visits to the school and welcome telephone calls to discuss if the listed dates are not suitable.
Please contact Cathy Pogmore, School Manager, on 01299 822002 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to arrange a convenient time and date. Please bear in mind that school will be closed for Easter break – Monday 25th March – Friday 5th April 2024 and emails will not be monitored during this time.
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 22nd April 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient candidates apply.
Interviews: Wednesday 8th May and/or Thursday 9th May 2024
An Application Form and Job Pack can be downloaded here: