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Full Time Teaching & Learning Assistant
HOURS: Full Time
Head of STEM
HOURS: Full-time or Part-time considered
KS2 Class Teacher
HOURS: Full-time

Full Time Teaching & Learning Assistant

HOURS: Full Time DEADLINE: EXPIRED

Join Us in Inspiring Young Minds at Saint Christina’s

We would like to appoint an outstanding Teaching & Learning Assistant to work at Saint Christina’s from September 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious person to join our School at a time of really positive change and evolution. Having made the decision to transition to full co-education, in 2018, our objective is now to ensure that our school is a unique and deeply ambitious primary educational experience that sets us apart from every other school. We are looking for an energetic and innovative individual who feels that they would like to join our team and help forge the future!

Applicants will have skills and qualifications to work within our warm and friendly setting and will work closely in partnership with class teachers to support and develop children's learning. The position is full time. The successful candidate will be someone who has relevant professional qualifications (NVQ L3 or equivalent). They will be in sympathy with and uphold the values of our Catholic foundation and will have a ‘can-do’ attitude, excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour. In addition to these skills, the successful candidate will be:

·         able to build good relationships with children and colleagues

·         able to work as part of a team

·         flexible, adaptable & willing to take initiative

We are a community of around 180 pupils with ambitions to grow. The school is located in St John’s Wood in a leafy terrace, right next to Primrose Hill and Regent’s Park. We are blessed with excellent facilities which include a brand new EYFS setting, a host of new classrooms and outdoor learning spaces alongside older features, such as a beautiful Chapel.

This is an exciting time for the School and a great opportunity for a talented individual with ambition, patience, empathy, the ability to plan carefully, and vision. 

Saint Christina’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Salary: Saint Christina’s Salary Scale

Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: September 2025

Apply by: Thursday 24th April 2025

Head of STEM

HOURS: Full-time or Part-time considered DEADLINE: Wednesday 14 May

Head of STEM 

Full-time or part-time considered | Permanent | Required for September 2025  
Saint Christina’s School, St John’s Wood, NW8  

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, dynamic and intellectually curious Head of STEM to lead Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics across our school. This is a wonderful opportunity to shape a forward-thinking, ambitious STEM curriculum in a warm, values-led Catholic prep school for girls and boys aged 3–11.  

As Head of STEM, you will design and deliver a high-quality curriculum that sparks curiosity, supports critical thinking, and helps children to see the relevance of STEM in the world around them. You will be responsible for leading outstanding teaching and learning in Science, Computing and Design Technology, and for developing exciting opportunities beyond the classroom, such as STEM Week, competitions, clubs and outreach.  

You will join a school community that prizes kindness, character and intellectual growth, and where children are celebrated for their individuality, creativity and sense of wonder. Our strapline — Living, Learning, Leading — underpins all we do, and our four pillars of Knowledge, Skills, Culture of Thinking, and Character Formation guide our strategic direction.  

This role may suit an experienced subject leader or an excellent classroom practitioner looking to take the next step. You will be well supported by a collaborative and committed staff team, a strong leadership structure, and a generous programme of professional development — including our investment in metacognition, P4C and critical thinking across the school.  

We are looking for someone who:  

·         Is passionate about STEM and inspiring young learners  

·         Has strong subject knowledge and can model excellent teaching practice  

·         Can lead strategically while being hands-on and proactive  

·         Shares our commitment to curiosity, inclusion and pupil wellbeing  

·         Has QTS and experience in a primary or prep school setting  

If you are excited by the idea of leading STEM in a setting where character, curiosity and community are at the heart of learning, we would love to hear from you.  

How to apply:  

Please complete the application form available on our website and submit it along with a covering letter addressed to the Headteacher, Mr. Walshe, outlining your experience and what attracts you to this role.  

Closing date:  Wednesday 14th May 2025
Interview date:  Week commencing Monday 19th May 2025
Start date: September 2025 

Saint Christina’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and reference checks.  

KS2 Class Teacher

HOURS: Full-time DEADLINE: Wednesday 14 May

KS2 Class Teacher 

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated KS2 Class Teacher to join our thriving school community from September 2025. This position has arisen as part of our move to two-form entry, an exciting step in our school’s growth and evolution.

At Saint Christina’s, we believe that a strong mind needs a strong heart. Nestled between Primrose Hill and Regent’s Park, we are a co-educational Catholic preparatory school where children live with purpose, learn with curiosity, and lead with kindness. Our mission is to nurture potential, inspire confidence, and encourage a love of learning, all within a culture of inclusion, warmth, and ambition.

About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional classroom teacher to join our Key Stage 2 team. With 180 pupils and growing, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a school that is embracing change and looking to the future.

The successful candidate will engage and inspire children, creating a dynamic learning environment where every child is encouraged to think critically, explore their curiosity, and develop as confident learners.

This is a full-time, permanent position, and we are looking for someone who is energetic, proactive, and ready to contribute to the ongoing success and evolution of our school.

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

·         An outstanding classroom teacher with a strong track record in KS2

·         Able to create a nurturing, engaging, and ambitious learning environment

·         A strong team player, able to collaborate effectively and contribute to school life

·         Adaptable, proactive, and reflective, with a commitment to continuous improvement

·         Passionate about education, with high expectations for every child’s learning and development

·         Supportive of our Catholic ethos, championing the values of kindness, integrity, and curiosity

Why Join Saint Christina’s?

Saint Christina’s is a school on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. Having transitioned to full co-education in 2018, we are now moving to two-form entry, ensuring that our school continues to offer a unique and ambitious primary education that sets us apart.

With 180 pupils and plans for further expansion, our school offers a rich and stimulating learning environment. Our newly developed classrooms and outdoor spaces, alongside our beautiful chapel, create an exceptional setting for both teaching and learning.

More than just a school, we are a community; a place where children flourish, feel at home, and are encouraged to become the very best versions of themselves. If you are an inspiring educator looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply:  

Please complete the application form available on our website and submit it along with a covering letter addressed to the Headteacher, Mr. Walshe, outlining your experience and what attracts you to this role.  

Closing date:  Wednesday 14th May 2025
Interview date:  Week commencing Monday 19th May 2025
Start date: September 2025

Saint Christina’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and reference checks.