We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Class Teacher (0.6 FTE) to join our team from September 2026 on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role is based in KS2 and would be worked across 5 mornings.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a school with high expectations, strong behaviour, and a clear focus on high-quality teaching and learning. Our approach is rooted in mastery lesson design, ensuring all pupils secure strong foundations and make sustained progress over time.
We welcome applications from teachers at all stages of their career, including Early Career Teachers.
Why Join Us?
- Strong links with DSAT, providing access to high-quality, trust-wide CPL and professional development
- A school with excellent behaviour and consistent routines, allowing teachers to focus on teaching
- A clear and supportive mastery approach to teaching and learning
- Enthusiastic, engaged pupils who are eager to learn
- A supportive and collaborative staff team
- A culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or is on track to achieve it)
- Has a secure understanding of the primary curriculum, including phonics
- Is committed to mastery approaches, ensuring all pupils achieve success
- The ability to plan and deliver well-structured lessons with clear progression across the primary phase
- Uses assessment effectively to inform teaching and address misconceptions
- Has strong behaviour management and high expectations for all pupils
- Can adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
- Is reflective, organised and committed to ongoing professional development
What the Role Involves
- Planning and delivering high-quality lessons using a mastery approach (clear modelling, guided practice and independent application)
- Using effective questioning to check understanding and address misconceptions in the moment
- Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress to inform next steps
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the school and wider trust
- Contributing to the wider life of the school community
- Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, achievement and presentation
Visit us
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. This is a great opportunity to see the school in action, meet our pupils and staff, and gain a real sense of our approach to teaching and learning.
Applicants are warmly invited to arrange a visit, which can include an informal conversation with the Deputy Headteacher to discuss the role and any questions you may have.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office at [email protected] to book a suitable time.
We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness
If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.
When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.
All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.