Class Teacher
Watlington Primary School, Watlington, Oxfordshire, OX49 5RB11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS
Additional allowances
MPS
Class Teacher job summary
Class Teacher (Fixed-term)
Closing Date: Monday, 11 May (12noon)
Interview Date(s): Wednesday, 13 May
Job Start Date: September 2026
Contract/Hours: Part time/ Full time
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.
Salary Type: MPS
Location of Role: Watlington Primary School
Contact e-mail address: smathew@acertrust.org.uk
Job / Person Summary
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to become part of our dynamic team.
Watlington Primary School is a welcoming, lively and well-resourced 3-11 school. We provide an inspiring and ambitious curriculum. We foster an ethos of professional curiosity where we continue to improve our practice alongside each other. Our Ofsted inspection in October 2024 states that “Pupils are happy to attend this school. They describe school as fun and full of kindness.”
Whether you are at the start of your career, or if you are experienced we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will:
- put the best interests of the children at the heart of everything they do
- have high expectations of our children
- offer an inspirational and creative curriculum to all children
- be a good team player who can learn alongside and encourage their colleagues
- be a reflective practitioner
- work with colleagues, children and parents with professionalism, enthusiasm - and a sense of humour!
In return we can offer:
- a vibrant and happy school which welcomes new ideas
- positive, well-behaved children who are motivated and engaged in their learning
- a friendly and welcoming team
- a commitment to ensuring staff reach their full potential
School visits are encouraged. To visit our school, please contact office.2459@watlington.oxon.sch.uk or call 01491 612474.
Please see attached the detailed recruitment pack.
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.
Safeguarding Statement:
The Acer Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All applicants are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Watlington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Watlington Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 224 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Watlington Primary School website
Watlington Primary School is a ‘Values’ School
This means we promote and teach a set of values every day. These values guide our behaviours and our thinking so that we can create a purposeful and happy school community. Our ‘Values Ladders’ help us celebrate this culture across the school and remind us that during work or at play we should all be demonstrating our values and working to improve them. Our values apply to children, adults and visitors.
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