Teacher EYFS or KS1 at Oakridge School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/OS/19529
  Location
Oakridge Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2PN
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS 1 - MPS 6 (depending on individual criteria)
  Hours Per Week
32.5
  Closing Date
9:00am, Wed 20th May, 2026
  Start Date
01 September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Thursday 21st May or Friday 22nd May 2026
   Interview Date(s)           Thursday 21st May or Friday 22nd May 2026
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About this Role

Full time EYFS or KS1 Teacher

Oakridge Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and forward‑thinking community where every child is encouraged to thrive. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Reception (EYFS)  or KS1 Teacher who is passionate about inspiring young learners and committed to delivering high‑quality teaching and learning.

About the Role

We are looking for someone who:

·         Brings energy, positivity and a genuine love of teaching

·         Can buy into our vision of ‘enhancing the life chances for all our children’

·         Has a strong understanding of the EYFS or KS1 curriculum and child development

·         Creates engaging, purposeful learning experiences that meet the needs of all pupils

·         Builds warm, supportive relationships with children and families

·         Works collaboratively as part of a committed and experienced team

·         Has excellent communication and organisational skills

·         Is reflective, proactive and eager to continue developing their practice

A School You’ll Be Proud to Join

Oakridge has recently been nominated for an Inclusion Award in the Buckinghamshire School Awards, recognising our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed. This nomination reflects the strength of our ethos and the dedication of our staff.

What We Offer

·         A welcoming, inclusive school with a strong community ethos

·         Supportive leadership who value staff wellbeing and professional development

·         A dedicated team who work closely together to share ideas and best practice

·         Well‑resourced classrooms and access to high‑quality training

·         Children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn

·         A strong commitment to continuous CPD, ensuring every teacher is supported to grow, innovate and excel in their practice

·         A commitment to Wellbeing and workload (See our Wellbeing and Workload charter)

Safeguarding

Oakridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks, and an online/social media screening process.

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📩 How to Apply

We welcome applicants to visit the school before applying. Meeting our team and seeing our EYFS and KS1 environment in action will give you a real sense of what makes Oakridge special.

When applying, please ensure you include:

·         A completed application form

·         A detailed supporting statement outlining how your skills, experience and values make you a strong fit for this role

Please apply via My New Term We look forward to welcoming you to Oakridge.

Please see attached job description,  person specification and wellbeing information


Oakridge School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Have you lived or worked outside the UK for 6 months or more in the last 5 years?
  2. Do you have QTS status?

Oakridge School would like all candidates to answer some screening questions before completing the application to support them with shortlisting. Here is a preview of the questions:

  1. Do you have QTS?

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