Primary Phase Teacher

Job Introduction

The Westgate School is a community of learners where

 partnerships inspire success for all; learning together achieving excellence

Primary Phase Teacher

“The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community,

where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence"

(Ofsted, September 2022)

“Outstanding”

(Ofsted, November 2023)

ECT/MPR/UPR

Full-time, permanent contract

To start September 2025

We are looking to recruit a primary teacher who is able to teach at Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, who:

• Has high expectations for all our pupils;
• Is an outstanding primary practitioner;
• Has experience of Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2 teaching;
• Is excited about the opportunity to work in an all-through school;
• Has a real interest in and knowledge of how young children learn;
• Has a strong commitment to supporting all children and young people in learning to read, and reading to learn;
• Is passionate about outstanding teaching and learning and keen to develop professionally;
• Has excellent communication skills and a calm positive approach;
• Is an enthusiastic and committed team player.

We will provide you with:

• The opportunity for professional development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment;
• The opportunity to work in a vibrant, all-through school setting with excellent facilities;
• The support of experienced and highly motivated colleagues across all Key Stages;
• The opportunity to strengthen positive links in our all-through School;
• A friendly, welcoming school community.
  

The Westgate has a Health & Fitness Suite and an on-site, full-time day nursery (0-5 years) available to employees at a discounted rate.  

Visits are welcome. Please call 01962 854757 to arrange.

Safeguarding:

The Westgate 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.

Pre-employment checks:

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations.

Equal Opportunities:

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We understand that you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own.

Job Description and Application forms can be obtained from www.westgate.hants.sch.uk or contact HR on recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk 

Application Deadline:   Friday 16th May 2025 (12 noon)

Interview Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025