Job Introduction
Pinewood Infant School is a vibrant, supportive and inclusive mainstream school set in beautiful grounds. We have two Resourced Provisions: one for Speech Language and Communication Needs and one for Autism. We are part of a federation with Guillemont Junior School, providing additional opportunities.
We invite applications from experienced teachers or early career teachers. ECTs will benefit from excellent induction and mentoring support.
We are seeking to appoint a passionate, inspirational KS1 teacher to start in April 2026 to join our team in our brilliant school, where there is never a dull day. This post is a permanent role. This is an exciting opportunity if you aspire for excellence and thrive on the challenge of providing the very best for all children; to plan and teach inspiring lessons, through an exciting curriculum.
We can offer you:
- A purposeful, enriched and engaging curriculum;
- A dedicated team of friendly staff who support each other and who work together to achieve the best outcomes for children; within a supportive ethos.
- A modern, spacious and engaging physical learning environment and excellent outdoors facilities;
- Brilliant children who value their education, participate in their learning and contribute to the wider school;
- Weekly, designated PPA time;
- Good opportunities for career development.
We are looking for someone who:
- has the children at the heart of what they do and is committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people - social and academic;
- is passionate about learning and has an excellent understanding of child development and how children learn;
- makes learning exciting by motivating and inspiring pupils in vibrant and inspiring learning environments.
- has experience of teaching the Key Stage One Curriculum.
- has high expectations of learning and behaviour.
- is a positive team member who can work collaboratively.
- has energy, enthusiasm and the ability to be flexible.
- sets high expectations for themselves and works hard to achieve them.
- wants to develop and grow in an inclusive, supportive school.
In return, we will support your professional development and of course, you will have the chance to work with our highly motivated and friendly staff team, as well as our fantastically hardworking children.
Please apply early as the school reserve the right to interview on receipt of application.
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and highly recommended. To arrange an informal visit or request an application pack, please contact us, either by telephone, 01256 511885, or by email: recruitment@pags.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
Pinewood Infant 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.
