Job Introduction
APPLICATION DETAILS FOR CLASS TEACHER
Required from 1st September 2026 Permanent, full-time, MPS
We are an inclusive and creative primary school, where our relationships with the children are at the heart of all we do. We follow our core values of kindness, respect, honesty, curiosity and resilience. We are an integral part of the village community in Westbourne, where there is a strong sense of partnership and support between parents, governors, children, staff and the local community. We have made significant improvements to the school over recent years and are looking to appoint a class teacher to help us continue our journey forwards. We are looking for someone who is:
• An excellent teacher with high expectations of what pupils can achieve
• Committed to supporting all children, ensuring they make good progress
• Flexible, well organised and caring with an enthusiastic approach to teaching
• Willing to contribute to the development and wider life of our school
• Able to motivate pupils and other members of our staff team
• Calm and nurturing, responsive to children’s needs and also their wellbeing
• Positive and supportive of the school ethos and values If you join us, you can expect:
• A friendly and enthusiastic staff team, with consideration for the wellbeing of all
• Happy pupils who are eager to learn
• A whole school commitment to ensuring good progress across the school
• Supportive and interested parents
• A commitment to your continued professional development
We strongly urge you to visit our school so you can find out more about us. Please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Laura Evans, to make an appointment on 01243 372726 or email office@westbourneprimary.co.uk. Within your application, you should express clearly in the supporting letter how you intend to ensure good or outstanding progress, your own philosophy regarding teaching and learning, curriculum strengths and show an awareness of current educational developments.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 noon, Thursday 30th April 2026
INTERVIEW DATE: Thursday 7th May 2026
START DATE: 1 st September 2026
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with the school's policy towards safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of due diligence, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, 2025, we will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates. Westbourne Primary School is committed to equal opportunities; we welcome applications regardless of ability, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religion.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
