Class Teacher

Hamilton Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6SG

25 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  1 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 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 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our happy and thriving 3-form entry primary academy is looking to appoint a creative and passionate teacher who can offer excellent classroom practice and contribute to our commitment to providing our pupils with the best possible education.

We are looking for:

• an enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to join our friendly and successful school;

• an organised and friendly team player;

• a commitment to achieving high standards and enhancing the life of the school;

• someone who believes teaching and learning should be fun.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated teacher to build on significant developments at Hamilton and make a real difference to our children's learning and achievement. Applications from experienced teachers and ECTs are welcome.

What the school offers its staff

At Hamilton we offer a supportive and friendly working environment; positive and enthusiastic children, capable of achieving high standards; and excellent opportunities for continued professional development.

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.

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Hamilton Academy reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

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

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Application Teaching Staff FORM.docx - 91 KB (opens in new tab)

About Hamilton Academy

• School type: Academies, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 656 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hamilton Academy website
• Email address: office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk
• Phone number: 01494 522231
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hamilton-academy

Ours is a three-form entry school split over two sites in the heart of High Wycombe. We have 630 delightful children on roll who make sure school life is stimulating, exciting and rewarding. Every day is different, and you never quite know what to expect when you come through the door at Hamilton. If you are up for a challenge and want to enjoy being in school each day, then come and join our community. Hamilton is a friendly and fun place to work and we are all very proud of our children and our school. Come and have a look if you want to find out more.

Arranging a visit to Hamilton Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@hamiltonacademy.org.uk.

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