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Y3 Class teacher - Maternity Cover 0.8 FTE (4 days per week)

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School · Peterborough · Peterborough

Job description

Class teacher

We wish to appoint an exceptional individual who can nurture and cherish the uniqueness of every child as we guide and support them through their journey of faith and education.

If you want to be part of a team with high aspirations; have the opportunity to create moments that matter; nurturing the talent of tomorrow; and inspiring children to achieve their full potential then Sacred Heart’s successful candidates will:

Be committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of our school

Be skilled at creating challenge, excitement and enthusiasm

Be able to demonstrate a strong desire and belief that all children are capable of achieving high standards

Have excellent teaching skills and a passion for learning

Be dedicated to raising outcomes

Have excellent organisational and communication skills

Be dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive mindset

Be able to work collaboratively as part of a team and develop positive relationships

We can offer you:

A strong Catholic ethos where everyone is valued

A welcoming and friendly team of staff

A Senior Leadership Team who value, nurture and empower all staff

A stimulating positive learning environment with stunning surroundings

A chance to work with genuinely enthusiastic and happy children

Future professional development within an innovative and ambitious school

An exciting curriculum with collaborative opportunities across the wider St John the Baptist Trust

A supportive and committed Local Governing Body

If after reading the above you still aren’t sure whether an opportunity at Sacred Heart is for you, then why not have a look at the school here and we are sure this will change your mind…

https://www.sacredheartprimary.org.uk/

Visits to the school are welcome; please contact the Office to arrange a visit on 01733 262449 or email office@sacredheart.peterborough.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 19th October 2026

Interview date: 21st October 2026

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and safeguarding checks.

Please note only completed application forms using My New Term will be accepted.

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About this school

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Pupils
214
Avg teacher salary
£48,173
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.1:1
Academy trust
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Peterborough, Peterborough, PE3 9XD

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Salary
£34,068.00 - £46,939.00 Annually (FTE) MPS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
12 October 2026
Closing date
13 November 2026

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