Job Introduction
KS1 Class Teacher – maternity cover, January 2027 – February 2028*
*There is the possibility of this being longer term.
· Closing Date: Friday 9th October 2026, 5pm
· Interview Date: Monday 19th October 2026
· Job Start Date: Monday 4th January 2027
· Contract/Hours: Fixed term, maternity cover, initially from January 2027 – February 2028
· Key Stage: KS1
· Salary Details: Main Pay Scale, actual spine point depends on experience
· Location of Role: Emsworth Primary School, Victoria Road, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7LX
Job/Person Summary
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding KS1 teacher to join our passionate and enthusiastic teaching team to cover maternity leave. We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers as well as experienced teachers – we are keen to appoint the right person for our school.
If you feel you have the knowledge and passion to become part of our team then please come and visit our wonderful school and apply. Appointments to view the school should be booked by contacting the School Office either by telephone on 01243 375750 or via email: admin@emsworth.hants.sch.uk. We’d love to meet you and show you around.
This is initially a fixed term contract to start in January 2027 and run through until February 2028, with the potential for an extension.
The successful candidate will be well supported by a strong teaching and leadership team, in a thriving two-form entry school with engaged and motivated learners. We are proud of our warm and friendly school where the curriculum is stimulating and challenging and supports our children to make excellent progress in their primary journey.
We give considerable value to staff well-being, ensuring staff are supported by a strong induction. We ensure our Year teams have PPA together and have regular access to subject leaders, mentorship and CPD - we listen to staff and adjust our practice accordingly to ensure success for our children and staff. We are very proud of our Emsworth Primary School community and believe in our school values that regardless of age we should all Enjoy, Persevere and Succeed.
You will need to be enthusiastic, patient, well-organised and flexible. You must be able to communicate with children and adults well, show initiative and understand the importance of safety and safeguarding. Please see the attached ‘Teacher Job Description Sept 2026’ and ‘Teacher Person Specification Sept 2026’ for information on what we hope to find in our next team member.
Application Procedure
The closing date for this position is Friday 9th October 2026, with interviews to be held on Monday 19th October 2026.
An application pack is attached to this job advert – see ‘Teaching Application form’ attached here on the Hampshire Education Jobs South website. Please send your completed application to Business Manager, Sarah Keegan, via s.keegan@emsworth.hants.sch.uk
Please note that only applications on a Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted and that all correspondence for this recruitment will be via email.
Safer Recruitment
Emsworth Primary School and Hampshire County Council 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
