Teacher at Foundry Lane Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/FLPS/15665

Location

Foundry Lane, Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 3JT

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

Midnight, Sun 17th May, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

To be confirmed

Interview Date(s) To be confirmed

About this Role

Are you an inspiring, child centred teacher who believes that every pupil deserves excellence? Foundry Lane Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our warm, supportive and forward‑thinking team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference, thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school where pupils feel valued, motivated and supported to achieve their very best.

At Foundry Lane, children are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner with the drive, passion and skill to inspire and energise learning, while delivering high standards of pupil achievement and progress.

We are proud of our diverse and warmly inclusive community, where many languages, cultures and children with special educational needs learn together. Our pupils benefit from a creative, engaging and memorable curriculum that nurtures curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

We are looking for someone who:

- Embodies our Golden Rules: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Your Best

- Is an exceptional classroom practitioner

- Is committed to delivering exciting learning experiences in stimulating environments, both in and out of the classroom

- Is an excellent team player who values collaboration

- Understands the importance of strong relationships and uses relational and restorative practices to support children to be successful

- Is highly motivated, inspirational and committed to professional learning

- Is positive, reflective and deeply committed to inclusion

- Understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and the wider community

- Has a good sense of humour and the ability to think creatively

Applications are warmly welcomed from both Qualified Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

To gain a deeper understanding of our school, ethos and values, we warmly invite prospective applicants to visit us and experience life at Foundry Lane first‑hand.

If you are interested in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.