Southtown Primary School is a welcoming school who aim to nurture, encourage and develop our students throughout their primary education.  We provide a broad and balanced curriculum designed to provide our pupils with sufficient knowledge and skills they need to succeed in life.  Our children are encouraged to value not only themselves and their independence, but also to respect and celebrate the opinions, achievements and cultures of others. 

We are seeking a energetic and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our friendly team.  We would like a teacher who can really make a difference for our pupils; one who is a kind, motivated professional ready to go the extra mile for our pupils.  We are able to consider applicants on a full or part-time basis.  There is an opportunity for a suitably experienced candidate to lead on Attendance and Behaviour (TLR2b).

‘There is a deep sense of community at Southtown Primary School. Pupils enjoy

coming to school. They are supported well by staff and are safe.’ Ofsted 2023

The successful candidate will:

• Be child centred and committed to the ethos of our school
• Be a reflective practitioner who considers the needs of all children.
• Have the energy and desire to help our children achieve their potential across a broad and stimulating curriculum
• Be keen to be part of a team, prepared to constantly review your practice and strive for excellence.
• Be positive and have good interpersonal and organisational skills.

We can offer you:

• A supportive leadership team
• A warm, welcoming, friendly staff team
• A school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted for the quality of education (June 2023)
• Wonderful pupils who make everyday a pleasure

Kingfisher Trust offers a range of benefits including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development
• Access to a huge variety of training courses through The National College
• Pension scheme (TPS) with generous employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Shopping and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Affordable electric car salary sacrifice scheme 

If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a visit to our school, please contact recruitment@kingfisherschools.co.uk

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the closing date for this vacancy may be brought forward if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Southtown Primary School is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for all posts. An application form must be completed in full, we are unable to accept CVs.