Job Introduction
Class Teacher KS2
Job Start Date: Sept 2026
Contract/Hours: Full-time
Salary Type: Main Pay Range / ECT
Contract type: Fixed term initially, with likely change to permanent
Location of Role: Preston Candover CE Primary School
Closing date: Monday 9th November 2026, midday.
Contact email: jcrompton@prestoncandover.hants.sch.uk
Class Teacher Required for January 2027 (Main Pay Range - experienced teachers and early career teachers are welcome to apply)
Job/Person Summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join Preston Candover CE Primary School. As a strong school we invest in our staff through coaching, high-quality CPD and a supportive culture.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious school that has consistently high performance and is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes and progress for all children? The successful applicant will join a staff team that is committed to delivering inspiring learning experiences that engage children and drives their achievement. This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher or a strong recently qualified candidate.
For the right candidate, we would consider full or part-time applicants.
Would you like to work in a school that invests in developing and growing its staff? We are excited to welcome a dedicated applicant to join our ambitious and supportive team. The successful candidate will have the following qualities:
- Is a committed teacher with strong subject knowledge, able to inspire children to achieve excellent outcomes
- Will promote a culture of learning that is inspiring and challenging
- Is a reflective teacher with high expectations of behaviour
- Is committed to their own professional development and opportunities to mentor others
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to take initiative
- Supports our school vision, values and ethos
As a school we can offer:
- The opportunity to teach well behaved, highly motivated children who are keen to develop their own learning
- Excellent facilities and environment
- Development towards the next steps in your career
We are extremely proud of our achievements but are also committed to on-going improvements and high standards. Preston Candover is a friendly and aspirational school to work in and we offer an excellent induction and professional development programme.
Application Procedure
For more information about our school, please request our information pack.
Early applications are encouraged. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
If you would like to arrange an opportunity to visit the school please contact the Admin Officer, Ms Jennie Crompton in the school office on 01256 389278 or email jcrompton@prestoncandover.hants.sch.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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.
