EXPERIENCED TEACHER 
Mathematics Lead 
PERMANENT 
Main Pay Range 1-6/ £31,650 - £43,607 per annum
Upper Pay Range 1-3 £45,646 - £49,084 per annum
To commence 1 September 2025

The Governors of St John Fisher Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational and outstanding teacher, who has a passion to lead Mathematics across all phases of the school, to join our dedicated teaching staff.  This is a unique opportunity to join a vibrant, positive, “can do” environment and become part of a highly supportive, passionate, hardworking team.  The successful candidate must be highly committed, enthusiastic, and show great initiative with a proven track-record of excellent classroom practice. In addition, they should be willing and able to make a positive contribution to the wider life of St John Fisher Catholic Primary School.  CCRS or a commitment to complete the qualification is essential. 

At St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where "staff are overwhelmingly positive about working in the school." We are seeking a Mathematics Lead who will contribute to our positive culture by leading the development of our mathematics curriculum and inspiring both pupils and staff. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team that values mutual respect and collaboration, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to achieve their best. If you are passionate about mathematics and committed to enhancing the educational experience of our pupils, we invite you to apply and become a part of our successful school community.

The successful candidate must: 
•    Have relevant experience within all key phases 
•    Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with effective assessment procedures
•    Have high expectations and standards for themselves, staff and for our pupils.
•    Be able to inspire, engage and ensure all children reach their full potential
•    Be flexible and able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team
•    Be willing to take an active role in school life
•    Have effective leadership experience and a commitment to drive improvement. 

We can offer: 
•    A strong, caring Catholic ethos. 
•    A track record of success. 
•    Dedicated leadership time. 
•    Outstanding CPD as part of our collaboration within Knowsley Central Collaborative. 
•    Maths Hub Training – continuous CPD and support. 
•    Experienced and dedicated staff and Governors. 
•    A commitment to excellent achievement for all the children. 
•    Happy, well behaved, highly motivated, independent learners. 
•    An established partnership with parents, the parish, and the wider community. 
By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance. 

Please only apply for this post if you have the essential qualifications and can evidence this with original certificates. 

Applications MUST be made on the Catholic Education Service (CES) application form which can be downloaded from the Catholic Education Service Website: www.cesew.org.uk. This vacancy may also be located via the school’s website: www.stjohnfisherprimary.co.uk under vacancies. 

Completed application forms should be submitted electronically to the School Business Manager/Clerk to Governing Body lorraine.morris@knowsley.gov.uk.  PLEASE NOTE that due to safer recruitment Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are not accepted by school only CES applications received electronically will be considered. The contract is terminable when the pupil leaves the school, or the provision allocated within the Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) reduces or ceases.
 
Closing Date:      Friday 21st March 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews:    Wednesday 26th March 2025

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.  Please telephone the school office on 
0151 477 8590 to arrange a visit or if you would like further information about the post.