Classroom Teacher

Permanent Classroom Teacher

M1 to M6

The pupils, headteacher and governing body of Christ Church CE (VA) Primary School Birkenhead wish to appoint a suitably qualified, highly motivated and enthusiastic class teacher, who has high expectations and the ability to inspire our children. This is a full-time, permanent position.

We are a caring, friendly, welcoming and successful church school with a clear Christian vision, serving the local community.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a talented team of motivated, dedicated and creative professionals and to contribute to the development of a successful school environment, which allows every child to flourish and realise their full potential. At Christ Church, we are committed to raising aspirations, nurturing talents and widening horizons to achieve high standards, both in the academic and personal development of all our pupils.

We can offer:
Enthusiastic and friendly children with huge potential and excellent attitudes to learning
A positive, inclusive and caring ethos which focuses on the whole child
A highly supportive staff and leadership team
A leadership team absolutely committed to school improvement and developing staff
A committed approach to effective ways of working that promote your wellbeing and encourage a positive work life balance
 
We are looking for a class teacher who has:
A talent for making learning exciting and vibrant and who can inspire and motivate children
A determination to enable all learners to succeed and ensure they achieve their full potential
A commitment to nurturing the whole child, with a particular emphasis on well-being and providing pastoral support
An ability to work effectively and contribute positively as part of a team
A willingness to make an active contribution to the broader life of the school

If you are excited about the opportunity to work in a school that values creativity, inclusivity, and teamwork, we would love to receive your application. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role. Applications should be addressed to Mrs Nicola Tweddle and emailed to school office@christchurch-birkengead.wirral.sch.uk

Visits to the school are encouraged in order for applicants to fully appreciate the potential within our school community.  Please contact the school office to book your place: schooloffice@christchurch-birkenhead.wirral.sch.uk / 0151 652 1278.

Dates for visits are: Thursday 24th April at 4:00pm and Monday 28th April at 4:00pm
Closing date: Friday 2nd May 2025 at 12 Noon
Proposed shortlisting: Afternoon of Friday 2nd May 2025
Proposed lesson observations: Tuesday 6th May, Thursday 8th May
Proposed interview dates: Friday 9th May

The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.