Job Introduction
Owslebury Primary School is seeking an outstanding, enthusiastic, and highly motivated teacher to join our dedicated team for 2 days a week on a temporary basis from September 2025 (days of work are likely to be Thursday and Friday but can be discussed at interview). Our children deserve the best, and we are committed to getting it right from the very start therefore this post is suitable for experienced teachers with expertise in either the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) or Key Stage 1 who would also relish the challenge of leading a core subject. The position is initially until March 2025 to cover a maternity absence.
At Owslebury, we value our supportive school culture, our high standards, and the close-knit relationships that help our children thrive. If you feel ready to be part of a team where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a talented, inspirational teacher who:
- Has high expectations and aspirations for each one of the children they teach
- Works with optimism and enthusiasm to remove barriers to children’s success
- Has a strong knowledge of the EYFS and KS1 curriculum
- Understands the challenges and rewards of working in a small school community
- Has a positive outlook to motivate all children to make very good progress
- Delivers high quality teaching for all and promotes children’s independent learning
- Works creatively and with resilience so that each pupil can achieve their full personal potential
- Is positive and caring when working on children’s welfare and pastoral needs
- Is self-motivated in putting pupil’s learning and development at the heart of everything they do
- Leads by example and communicates well with children, colleagues and parents
- Collaborates effectively as a team member, knowing that they will be valued for their contribution to the work of the school
- Is happy to take part in the wider life of the school
We can offer:
- Owslebury Primary is a small, nurturing school set in a beautiful village location, where children are at the heart of everything we do.
- Beautiful school grounds, which include a large playing field, playground and wildlife area.
- The opportunity to work in a school that is inclusive and child-centred
- A friendly school which works closely with our pupils’ families and local community
- Happy, well behaved pupils who are well engaged with their learning
- A leadership team focused on pupil outcomes, school improvement and staff development
- Welcoming and kind children who enjoy coming to school every day
- A loyal team of dedicated and hardworking colleagues in every area of the school, where we all support each other
- A day a week flexible working for PPA and subject leadership
- Strong and regular CPD opportunities
Application Procedure
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact our admin officer, Jo Saxby, on j.saxby@owslebury.hants.sch.uk or call 01962 777452 to arrange to your visit or to discuss details of the role. We encourage you to look at our school website using the link in this advert to gain more information about our school.
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.
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