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Class Teacher - ECT or experienced. (TLR available)

John Shelton Community Primary School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 4JP

5 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 May 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  15 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: TMS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR for a suitably experienced candidate

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Believes in the potential of every child and is committed to nurturing their academic and personal growth
• Demonstrates resilience and creativity in overcoming challenges and adapting teaching to meet diverse needs
• Embraces our school values and actively promotes respect and responsibility within the classroom and wider school community
• Is enthusiastic about working in a diverse and inclusive setting, with a genuine commitment to equity and opportunity for all pupils
• Is eager to engage in professional development, collaboration, and reflective practice to continually improve their teaching

If you are a motivated, compassionate, and forward-thinking educator,we would love to hear from you!

We welcome applications from ECT's and experienced teachers.

A TLR is available for a suitably experienced candidate.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly staff team dedicated to collaboration and shared success
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development tailored to your career aspirations
• A chance to contribute meaningfully to a school with a strong vision and a commitment to inclusive education
• An SLT who are committed to staff well being
• The satisfaction of working in a community-focused school where your work truly matters

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

KS1_KS2 Class Teacher JD (1)-converted April 26.pdf - 232 KB (opens in new tab)

KS1 and 2 Class Teacher Person Specification (1) (002).pdf - 378 KB (opens in new tab)

About John Shelton Community Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 246 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: John Shelton Community Primary School website
• Email address: jobs@jsprimary.org
• Phone number: 02476 686063
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/john-shelton-community-primary-school

John Shelton Primary School is a popular, thriving, school situated in the Holbrooks area of Coventry. Our intake of pupils reflects our diverse community.

We believe that our school and our children are truly special. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated and motivated individual who is committed to ensuring that all children make progress. The children are the heart of our school and we are seeking to employ someone with the same outlook and ethos as the John Shelton School team.

This position provides a great opportunity for both new and experienced teachers to continue their professional journey.


The start date for this post is September 2026.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. 

Please call the school office on 024 76 686063 or email jobs@jsprimary,org to book an appointment with the Headteacher – Mrs Janine Storer


We look forward to welcoming you to our school. 

Arranging a visit to John Shelton Community Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@jsprimary.org.

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