Job Introduction
Do you want to make a difference in a child’s life and outcomes? Are you passionate about supporting children to develop their independence? Then apply for this exciting opportunity to join our dynamic, dedicated and caring team, and make a difference!
We’re looking for a maternity cover teacher to support us in KS2 from September 2025. This will be for 5 days a week. Given the nature of our larger school, there is a reasonable chance that the job could continue in other ways.
St Mark's is a compassionate, friendly, popular and caring school where we seek the best for every person in our school community - staff included. We’re a large three-form entry primary school, located on the edge of Basingstoke. Take a look at our website to find out more – www.stmarksprimary.net Be sure to look at our farm and Forest School provision! And see what our parents say here.
We also love developing teachers, and would be keen to support an ECT in this role. We have a strong history of supporting new teachers and have excellent systems and mentors in place for this. We partner with South Farnham SCITT (https://www.ssfscitt.org.uk/) for all of our ECT Training.
We also love to be "Agents of Change" - people who "Make the world a better place". You can find out more about this here. Why not be an Agent of Change at St Mark's?
We are seeking a teacher who:
wants to learn and develop their practice, including as an ECT.
Is keen to join a fantastic school who looks after their pupils and staff.
is creative, flexible, and focused on achieving high standards for all pupils.
is supportive of the school’s Christian ethos and caring nature.
We can offer:
a dedicated, caring and motivated team of staff who help and support each other.
happy, confident children who enjoy being at school.
a school used to mentoring and developing students and staff.
An opportunity to become part of a large team where a variety of leadership opportunities will arise
We’d love to show you around our school - just contact us to arrange a visit. Details below.
Photos of our school
You can see a range of photos by clicking here (scroll to the end).
Job Description
Please see this job description for further details: https://www.stmarksprimary.net/wp-content/uploads/classteacher.pdf.pdf
To find out more
Please visit our website www.stmarksprimary.net to find further information about us.
If you would like to speak to someone or visit, please email us at adminoffice@st-markscofe.hants.sch.uk and include the best days/times that you are available.
Application Form
The application form is the standard Hampshire form, found on this page.
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.
