Class Teacher – Key Stage 1
Banister Primary School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2LS21 days remaining to apply
Job start date
31 August 2026
Closing date
29 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an enthusiastic, reflective and committed Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to join our dedicated team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school where children are at the heart of everything we do, and where our shared vision and values shape daily practice.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Be responsible for the learning, progress and wellbeing of a KS1 class
- Deliver a creative, engaging and inclusive curriculum aligned with the EYFS–KS1 transition
- Foster a safe, nurturing and ambitious classroom environment
- Work collaboratively within a supportive phase and whole‑school team
- Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified teacher (QTS) with experience or a strong interest in KS1
- Has high expectations of all pupils and a belief that every child can succeed
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of early reading, phonics and child development
- Reflects our school values through kindness, integrity, ambition and respect
- Is reflective, resilient and committed to professional growth
- Is an excellent communicator and team player
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Visa Sponsorship
The school is unable to sponsor visas for this post.
Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers are both warmly encouraged to apply.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
- A clear and ambitious vision rooted in care, aspiration and inclusion
- Children who are enthusiastic, curious and proud of their school
- A supportive and experienced leadership team committed to staff wellbeing
- High‑quality professional development and career progression opportunities
- A positive, collaborative staff culture where contributions are valued
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Banister Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 418 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Banister Primary School website
- Email address
- sbm@banisterschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 023 80 393313
Banister is proud to be the first Primary school within the UK to be recognised as an International Leadership school, developing Leaders one Child at a time. As part of our family, you will enjoy a vibrant, dynamic and energetic staff who will support, challenge and inspire you within your new role.
Arranging a visit to Banister Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@banisterschool.co.uk.
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