Part-Time Year 1 Teacher (0.4 FTE – 2 Days per Week)

St Edmund's Church of England Primary School, West Kingsdown

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, nurturing and forward-thinking teacher to join our wonderful school community from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in our Year 1 class for two days per week and become part of a dedicated team committed to ensuring every child is known, valued and enabled to flourish.

At St Edmund's, we pride ourselves on providing a caring and inclusive environment where children are inspired to achieve their very best. We are looking for a teacher who shares our high expectations, values positive relationships and is committed to delivering engaging and high-quality learning experiences for all children.

We offer:

• Fantastic children who are enthusiastic, polite and eager to learn.

• A welcoming and supportive school community rooted in Christian values.

• A commitment to the highest standards of teaching, learning and pupil achievement.

• A happy, vibrant and beautiful working environment with a close-knit staff team who genuinely enjoy working together.

• A sensible and supportive approach to workload, focused on doing the right things for children.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression through our school and wider Trust network.

• Supportive leadership and collaborative working with colleagues across the school.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.

• Can inspire, motivate and enthuse young learners.

• Is committed to securing strong outcomes and helping every child flourish academically, socially and emotionally.

• Works effectively as part of a team and values collaboration.

• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

• Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school, including extra-curricular opportunities.

• Will embrace and support the Christian ethos and values of the school.

Visits to the school for coffee, cake and a tour are warmly encouraged and provide an excellent opportunity to experience our welcoming school community first-hand. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Please apply via this website. Alternatively, please contact the school by email at headteacher@st-edmunds.kent.sch.uk or telephone 01474 853484 for an application form, job description and person specification.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to teach a lesson as part of the selection process. Two referees will be contacted prior to interview.

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised should a suitable candidate be appointed.

St Edmund's CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references.