Key Stage 2 Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

Class Teacher

St. John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Stanley Road London N15 3HD

Contract

Permanent, starting September 2026

Salary Grade Range

Main Pay Scale (Inner London Allowance), ECTs are welcome to apply

Are you the kind of teacher who believes every child deserves something exceptional—and is ready to help us make that happen?

At St. John Vianney Catholic Primary School, we’re proud to serve a vibrant, diverse community. We are proud that inspections recognise that, “children receive an exceptional education at this school…” and we know that that doesn’t happen by accident. It comes from a team that is committed, supportive, and genuinely cares about one another.

We’re looking for someone who can continue that work, with commitment and passion. This role is a chance to step into a school where togetherness is how we thrive.

What makes us different?

This is a place where

• Staff support each other; always
• Ideas are shared openly, and everyone has a voice
• Professional growth is exceptional, but never at the expense of wellbeing

You’ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative team—partnering with colleagues, learning from each other, and contributing to a culture that is both ambitious and deeply caring.

All of this means our children behave exceptionally and are ready for you to make the most difference in their primary lives.

If you are an ECT or are early on in your teaching career, then at St. John Vianney, you will find the best place and the best community to develop your craft and your career.

What we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you

• Bring strong, positive and creative energy and a believe that all children can succeed
• Are committed to inclusion and high expectations for every pupil
• Want to be part of a supportive environment—and actively contribute to it
• Are ready to inspire, motivate and make a real difference

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Closing date

Midnight 11th June, shortlisting on 12th June.

NB

Early applications are strongly encouraged. We reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date where a suitable applicant is identified. The vacancy may therefore close early).

Interview dates

Week commencing 15th June (or by mutual availability or earlier for early applications)

How to apply

Please refer to the Job Description and Personal Specification and see the CES application form attached to this advertisement. Visits to the School are welcomed. Contact the school office via email(admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk)to arrange a visit, to request an application pack or for further information. Application packs can also be downloaded via our school website.

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//www.st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk/

Safeguarding statement

St. John Vianney Catholic Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check will be required.

What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

Because this is more than just a teaching job.

It’s a chance to

• Work in a school that is doing something special in a challenging context
• Be part of a team that genuinely looks after one another
• Help shape and build on an already strong, positive culture
• Make a lasting impact on children’s lives

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow, be supported, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you

Further details about the role

Classroom teacher KS2 person specification

Qualifications and training

• Qualified teacher status
• Degree
• Successful primary teaching experience

Skills and experience

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum/EYFS Curriculum
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet all pupils’ needs, including those who speak EAL and/or have SEND or other additional learning needs
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and families
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
• Good IT skills, particularly using IT to support learning
• Experience and/or understanding of how to lead a non-core subject area

The successful candidate will be

• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for all children’s attainment and progress
• High expectations of your own practice
• A reflective practitioner always striving to improve
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• A commitment to joining our community and participating fully in school life
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality

The successful candidate will have

• A flexible approach towards working practices
• High expectations of self and a desire to maintain professional standards
• High levels of drive, energy and integrity
• A commitment to equal opportunities and empowering others

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.