Primary Teacher

Lichfield Cathedral School is a flourishing co-educational independent school in Staffordshire for ages 2½ to 18. Our school community is based on core values of learning, faith, leadership and service, whose purpose is to educate and inspire young people to become confident, enthusiastic and responsible members of society.

Set in the historic Cathedral Close, and the beautiful village of Longdon, we draw upon our substantial heritage to provide an exceptional education. We work hard to provide an imaginative and challenging curriculum that focuses on academic excellence, music, the creative and performing arts, sports and service to the community. We are proud to have created a happy and supportive environment nurturing the talents that each child has within.

Primary Teacher

Fixed term for 2025/2026 academic year

0.8FTE

Immediate start available

Due to expansion at our Junior School, we are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and qualified teacher who has a proven record of accelerating progress and attainment in a junior school environment and is able to transform learning to secure achievement; is committed to delivering high standards of teaching and learning; and is an outstanding classroom practitioner.

We are seeking candidates who have experience teaching KS1 or lower KS2.

You will be joining a team passionate about encouraging children to love learning in a warm and inclusive environment, that stimulates exploration and discovery. With dedicated classrooms and outdoor areas, we are continually developing the spaces so that the children have the best learning experience to start them on their journey through their education. Our chosen candidate will share our passion.

You will have an ability to build, develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with all children, parents and colleagues alike. All staff are expected to contribute to the wider aspects of school life.

This is a fixed term position due to the expansion of a year group, and the need to split into separate classes.

All applications should include a letter of support and full contact details of at least two referees (including email addresses). Any gaps in career history need to be clarified on the application form, and any relevant details be given.

For information, due to this year’s timetable, the current working pattern would be a Thursday morning and Friday afternoon off.

If you are interested in applying for this position, full details and an application form may be obtained on the School’s website, www.lichfieldcathedralschool.com or you can apply via TES.

The closing date for applications is Monday 29th September, with interviews to be held the following week.

Completed applications to HR Department

Lichfield Cathedral School,

The Palace, The Close, Lichfield, Staffs., WS13 7LH.

Lichfield Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all applicants will be subject to DBS disclosure in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

Registered Charity No. 1137481 Company No. 07302696