Job Introduction
We are seeking to appoint a KS2 Teacher who is passionate and inspirational to start with us from September 2025 in our brilliant school, where no two days are the same! This is an exciting opportunity if you aspire for excellence and thrive to make learning irresistible by providing the very best for all children.
This is a full-time position for on a fixed term contract until the 31st August 2026, there may be a possibility of an extension, or the post being made permanent depending on the needs of the school. Applications from ECT's are welcome.
Our school ethos and curriculum are centered around ‘Making Learning Irresistible’ and we are looking to recruit someone who is keen and excited by the prospect of teaching purposeful and engaging learning opportunities and who is committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.
The school values and learning behaviours are centered around our Six Strands of: Boundaries, Focus, Independence, Resilience, Respect and Self-Regulation. These behaviours, foster not only the skills but also the explicit knowledge and vocabulary for children to express themselves and any challenges they may face.
We can offer you:
- A purposeful, enriched and engaging curriculum;
- A team of friendly staff who support each other and who work together to achieve the best outcomes for all children;
- A modern, spacious and engaging learning environment;
- Amazing children who value their education, participate in their learning and contribute to the wider school;
- Support from our experienced SLT;
- Good opportunities for career development;
We are looking for someone who:
- Has the children at the heart of what they do and are committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people - social and academic;
- A comprehensive knowledge of early development for children including Reading, Writing, Mathematics and PSED;
- Gets excellent progress and outcomes from all the children they teach, across all subjects;
- Will support the school in our mission statement of ‘Making Learning Irresistible’;
- Can build positive relationships with others - children and staff;
- Is calm, with excellent behaviour management strategies;
- Has a good sense of humour;
- Will make a positive contribution to our school community.
When asking our School Council, they are looking for someone who is:
- Kind
- Organised
- Good at explaining things
- Helpful
- Passionate
- A role model of our six strands (Boundaries, Focus, Independence, Resilience, Respect and Self-Regulation)
Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview suitable candidates earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria.
Application Procedure
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and highly recommended. To arrange an informal visit, please contact the school on 01256 473791 or e-mail adminoffice@chiltern-pri.hants.sch.uk
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.
