Job Introduction
Class Teacher
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 (Noon)
Interview Date(s): Friday 22nd May 2026
Job Start Date: September 2026
Contract/Hours: Fixed Term for 1 year.
Salary Type: MPR
Hours of Work: Full Time
Location of Role: Saint James’ Church of England Primary School
Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk
Job Person/Summary:
We are a good school with outstanding features and are seeking to employ a highly motivated and inspiring, teacher to join our happy and successful school. Our children deserve the best and we believe that we have to get it right for them from the start so we are looking for a superb primary school teacher to join our team. We are looking for candidates who would be willing to teach in either key stage one or key stage two as required.
We are looking for a talented, inspirational teacher who:
* Sets high expectations for themselves and their pupils
* Can teach children the skills to become independent learners
* Is a reflective practitioner who aspires to achieve excellence through demonstrating outstanding teaching which leads to outstanding learning.
* Has excellent behaviour management skills with a supportive and positive approach
* Has excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
* Is a great team player who would really enjoy contributing to the school
So...what do we want from you?
* The desire to work hard and be a life-long learner.
* You get from your job what you put into it and we want someone who will take a full and active part in school life within and outside the school hours of 8.30am - 3.25pm. Our existing team do this plus more and need someone with the same attitude to join them.
But most importantly:
* We want you to care about our children. They get one shot at school. We want you to be motivated by their success, know that they learn when memorable experiences are created on a daily basis and that they need someone who has clear boundaries but is kind and caring.
We in return can offer:
*A supportive team of colleagues who are friendly and welcoming
*Well-behaved children who are enthusiastic learners.
*Opportunities to develop as a teacher
Application Procedure
Visits to the school are encouraged; to arrange please contact Mrs. Wight on 02380 900995 or email adminoffice@st-james-westend.hants.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
For more information regarding this position and for an application form please visit our website www.st-james-westend.org.uk. CV’s will not be accepted and we require an application to form to be completed.
Please note: Online searches will form part of the pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates
Saint James' Church of England Primary School, West End 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.
