Class Teacher - The Catholic School of St Gregory the Great
Cheltenham
Grade Main Scale
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Full Time
Contract Maternity Leave (Until 31/07/2027)
Closing Date: 14/09/2026
Interview Date: 17/09/2026
Start Date 01/01/2027
The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great is seeking an exceptional Year 2 Class Teacher to join our school community on a maternity cover basis from January-July 26). There is the potential for this post to be extended.
This is not just another teaching job.
We are a school where people matter, where staff are genuinely cared for, and where children are known, valued and loved. In a competitive Gloucestershire job market, our school stands out because our values are lived every day — not just written down.
Relationships Matter
At The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great, we believe that strong relationships are the foundation of great learning and wellbeing. We are a trauma-informed school, which means we take time to understand the needs of our children, recognise the impact of experiences on behaviour and learning, and respond with care, consistency and compassion.
Our approach ensures that children feel safe, supported and ready to learn, and that staff are equipped to meet pupils where they are.
Why choose our school?
- A happy, hardworking and deeply supportive school community
- A leadership team that actively champions and invests in staff
- A bespoke staff wellbeing offer, prioritising balance, care and sustainability
- A culture where you will be supported and challenged to be your best
- Children who are engaged, respectful and eager to learn
Working as part of a Trust
As part of a The Little Way Catholic Educational Trust, you will benefit from:
- Professional collaboration across schools
- Opportunities to share and learn from best practice
- Access to wider professional development and support networks
- A strong sense of belonging to a values-driven community
The successful candidate will:
- Be an enthusiastic and effective Year 2 class teacher
- Have high expectations for learning, behaviour and inclusion
- Value relationships and understand the importance of a trauma-informed approach
- Be reflective, resilient and committed to professional growth
- Support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school (practising Catholics are welcomed but not required)
Closing date: Monday 14th September
Interviews: Thursday 17th September
School visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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