Job Introduction
Class Teacher (Temporary Fixed Term)
Start Date: January 2027
Full Time or 0.6 FTE Considered Fixed Term until 31 August 2027 (with the possibility of becoming permanent)
Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range Freegrounds Junior School, Hedge End, Southampton
Are you an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher who is passionate about helping children achieve their very best? Do you have high expectations for learning, behaviour and personal development? If so, we would love to hear from you.
Freegrounds Junior School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and engaging classroom teacher to join our team from January 2027 until the end of the academic year. We are flexible and would consider applications from candidates seeking either a full-time position or a 0.6 contract.
At Freegrounds Junior School, we are committed to providing an inclusive, ambitious and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. We are looking for a teacher who is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for all pupils and who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is an excellent classroom practitioner.
· Has high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attitudes to learning.
· Is enthusiastic, engaging and committed to inspiring children.
· Has a strong commitment to inclusion and meeting the needs of all learners.
· Works effectively as part of a team and values collaboration.
· Is reflective, proactive and committed to their own professional development.
· Shares our ambition to provide the very best education for every child.
We can offer:
· Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
· A welcoming and supportive staff team.
· Extensive and exciting school grounds.
· High-quality professional development opportunities.
· Strong leadership support and a collaborative working culture.
· A commitment to staff wellbeing.
· The opportunity to contribute to the continued success of our school.
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS checks. Freegrounds Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Visits to the School
We warmly welcome and encourage prospective applicants to visit the school. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office.
How to Apply
For further information and an application form, please visit the school website https://www.freegrounds-jun.hants.sch.uk/ or contact the school directly on 01489 782295
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.