ABOUT US:                                                                                                                                                    

Putteridge Primary School is an exciting and stimulating learning environment to work in.  As a team of professionals, we continually challenge the status quo so that we can work to the greatest effect so that all children can achieve and progress to their fullest potential.

We are a very popular and vibrant 3 form entry primary school on the Hertfordshire / Luton border. We have invested heavily to ensure that this is a quality learning environment for the children and a wonderful workplace for the whole staff.   We are continually developing our culture so that we can embed excellence at all levels.

ABOUT YOU:

You will:

·        Be a good or outstanding primary school practitioner with a commitment to excellence in all you do

·        Be committed to the idea that high standards and creativity go hand in hand

·        Be inspiring and inventive and a positive role model

·        Have a good working knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, particularly Foundation Stage or Key Stage 1, and exciting teaching ideas

·        Be professional, dedicated and hard working

·        Create a happy, nurturing and stimulating environment for children

·        Be enthusiastic and self-motivated

We can offer:

• A happy, warm and friendly school that strives for everyone to succeed to the best of their ability
• A rich and stimulating curriculum
• Knowledgeable, dedicated and welcoming colleagues and a great place to begin or develop your career further, in a happy and professional environment.
• Extremely polite and well behaved children, supported and nurtured by staff
• A well-resourced school that is focused on children becoming effective and empowered learners
• A strong community ethos, well supported by parents

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications are welcomed from ECTs and experienced teachers. Further information about the school can be found on our website: www.putteridgeprimaryschool.org.uk or contact Sandra Kenneford on 01582 728262 to arrange a visit (school will be closed until 8.30am on Monday 13^th April)

Please ensure you address all of the criteria on the Person Specification and provide specific examples, including impact, to demonstrate how you meet each of the criterion.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 19^th April 2026

Interview date: TBC

(Please note that if you are invited to interview, you will be required to teach a lesson as part of the recruitment process).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

CVs will not be accepted for posts based in school, application must be made on the form provided. Putteridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.

AVAILABLE DOCUMENTS

Class Teacher Job Description and Person Specification