About This Role
St Mary’s Catholic Infant School, located in the heart of Croydon, is seeking a caring, dedicated, creative and inspirational class teacher to join our team from April 2026. The successful candidate will uphold the ethos of the school and be willing to go the extra mile to support children, parents and colleagues.
We are a two-form entry school with an on-site nursery, conveniently located just a short walk from mainline train stations, trams, and bus routes. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to contribute to a school that is committed to providing exceptional education, setting high expectations and raising standards for young children.
As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, interactive lessons to infant children, working collaboratively with the Key Stage 1 or Reception teams to ensure a consistent and high-quality learning experience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, possess a confident teaching style, and be committed to fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
We are proud to be part of a successful and driven leadership team, who are passionate about providing the best possible education for every child. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2022) rated the school as ‘Good,’ with ‘Outstanding’ for Behaviour and Personal Development. We pride ourselves on delivering a rich curriculum that incorporates hands-on resources and innovative planning, ensuring that every pupil has memorable, real-world learning experiences.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
- Take responsibility for the progress and attainment of their class.
- Support and contribute to the development of the school’s inclusive practices across the infant stage.
- Work in partnership with parents, colleagues, and the Governing Body to ensure each child’s unique learning needs are met.
Qualifications
Personal Specification
- Experience in teaching infant children.
- A practicing Catholic, or someone willing to fully embrace the Catholic life of the school.
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- A minimum of ‘Good’ grade in recent teaching observations.
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
The Head teacher would be very happy to show you around our wonderful school. Visits to the school are welcomed and recommended. Please contact the school office for further details:
Contact Information:
Email: admin@st-marys-inf.croydon.sch.uk
Telephone: 020 8688 2891