Job Introduction
Are you a skilled and ambitious teacher with a strong track record of delivering high-quality teaching and raising standards? Merton Junior School is seeking an effective and reflective part-time Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (0.6 FTE) who is committed to ensuring every child achieves their very best.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident practitioner with strong subject knowledge, high expectations for behaviour, and a commitment to excellent teaching across KS2. We are looking for a teacher who can inspire pupils, maintain purposeful learning environments, and work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.
The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues to ensure consistency, continuity and high expectations across the week, using assessment effectively to inform teaching, identify gaps and accelerate pupil progress.
The role would suit someone who:
- Enjoys working collaboratively and communicating effectively within a job-share partnership;
- Is committed to high-quality teaching and learning;
- Has a strong focus on children’s well-being and inclusion;
- Brings creativity, enthusiasm, and a reflective approach to their practice;
- Values professional development and shared learning.
We offer:
- A supportive, flexible working environment;
- A welcoming and collaborative staff team;
- Opportunities for professional development;
- A school culture rooted in relationships, creativity, and well-being.
At Merton, education is about more than academic success. We are committed to developing pupils who are motivated, enthusiastic, respectful, tenacious, optimistic and nurturing.
If you are passionate about delivering excellent teaching, maintaining high expectations and working as part of a strong team, we would love to hear from you.
Come Visit Us:
We encourage you to come and see the magic of Merton Junior School for yourself. Get in touch to arrange a visit by emailing headteacher@merton-jun.hants.sch.uk – we’d love to show you around.
How to Apply:
Ready to apply? Send your completed application form and a cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for our school to headteacher@merton-jun.hants.sch.uk by 20th March 2026.
This is a fixed-term, part-time position (0.6 FTE, equivalent to three days per week), with the potential to become permanent.
Please note that interviews may be conducted before the closing date, and the position may be filled prior to the advertised deadline.
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.
