Class Teacher

About the job

Key information

Together, we will give our children the ‘ROOTS TO GROW’ and the ‘WINGS TO FLY.’

St John’s CE VA First School, Christchurch Street East, Frome, Somerset BA11 1QG

Required from 1 September 2025
This position is offered on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2026
1.0 FTE. Salary Range: Main Pay Scale 1 – 6

• Headteacher: Mrs Teresa Gilbert
• Age Range 4 – 9
• NOR 198
• Tel 01373 462251
• email: office@stjohnsfrome.co.uk
• website

We are a Church of England first school in the heart of the busy market town of Frome in Somerset. Frome has been named more than once as the Best Place to Live in the Southwest of England in The Sunday Times annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide. Frome boasts a vibrant town centre with lots of independent shops and traders and is known for its community spirit and local initiatives such as “The Compassionate Frome” project.

The Headteacher and Governors of St John’s First School wish to appoint an enthusiastic and ambitious class teacher. The appointed person will possess: excellent knowledge of the EYFS, KS1 and lower KS2 curriculum; high-quality teaching skills; good communication and teamwork skills and a commitment to supporting continuous school improvement and their own professional development.

What will I be doing?

We seek a Class Teacher who:

• Demonstrates a commitment to raising children’s aspirations and attainment through creative and inspiring learning experiences
• Motivates and connects with our children and families, whilst ensuring progress and ambition are fostered for all learners
• Shares our vision learning together and aiming high with friendship, aspiration and respect
• Supports our Christian ethos
• Aspires to be the best they can be
• Has the potential and capability to develop themselves professionally

What is in it for me?

In return we can offer:

• A welcoming school community with a strong values-led ethos
• Motivated, enthusiastic children who enjoy coming to school and have a love of learning
• A commitment to developing an exciting curriculum, which is relevant and engaging to children
• A committed and experienced staff team
• Opportunities to develop professionally
• Supportive and committed governors and parents
• A school committed to improvement and embracing change and development into the future

DBS check

St John’s First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for the successful candidate.

Supporting documents and information

For a full description of the role, see the job description and person specification. We encourage you to get in touch with any questions, and we warmly welcome visits to school.

Application packs can be downloaded from the school website or requested from the school.

Closing Date: 9am on Wednesday 11 June 2025

Interview Date: tbc

Apply on the St John’s CE VA First School website

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