Class Teacher - KS2

Towcester Church of England Primary School, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 6AU

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (783)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £46,940.00 Annually (FTE) M1 - M6, Salary will be dependant on experience

Class Teacher - KS2 job summary

Towcester Primary School is a friendly, nurturing church school based in the heart of the market town of Towcester. We provide fantastic provision for children from the local community. The school prides itself on its inclusive, nurturing approach and strives to ensure that all pupils thrive and have a brilliant start to their education! Standards are high at Towcester where children are keen to learn but welfare and nurture is paramount in allowing this to happen. Visitors comment on the school’s ethos of nurture and the ‘family feel’ of the school. Our children tell us that this is a fantastic place to be!

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced KS2 teacher with a proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and securing strong outcomes for pupils.
• Understands the importance of strong pedagogy, is able to deliver high-quality first teaching and is committed to continually developing their practice through professional learning and coaching.
• Is reflective and continually seeks to improve their teaching to ensure the best possible outcomes for all children.
• Is a team player who can build positive professional relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community.
• Is enthusiastic, approachable and able to make learning engaging, memorable and inspiring for all pupils.
• Is confident in using a range of behaviour management strategies to create a positive and purposeful learning environment.
• Respects and promotes the Christian vision and values of our school.

It is desirable if you have:

• Experience of teaching mixed-age classes.
• Experience of teaching Upper Key Stage 2.
• Experience of subject leadership, particularly in Maths.

What can we offer you?

• High quality CPD.
• Bespoke training at all levels.
• Curriculum enrichment opportunities.
• A welcoming and caring school, that encourages everyone to give their best at all times, that aims to contribute all they can to our life as a school community
• A collaborative and supportive school community that is underpinned by the Christian ethos, driven by a shared passion of children’s welfare and education
• A rewarding and exciting working environment, that inspires and challenges within a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.
• Access to a vast array of employee benefits and recognition systems, via our partnership with Perkbox

At Towcester, we place wellbeing at the heart of all we do and our staff are appreciated and valued for every contribution they make. We are committed to supporting the professional growth of our colleagues and providing a rewarding environment where staff can flourish, develop and make a real difference to the lives of our children. Please state your KS2 class preference within your application.

Towcester is a proud member of PDET, alongside 35 other schools in the Rutland, Peterborough and Northamptonshire area. PDET is responsible for employing all staff and managing the finances and other central services for the Academies in the Trust. These services include HR support; facilities and premises; procurement and school effectiveness.

If this sounds like the perfect job opportunity and you’d like to join our family, we would like to hear from you! Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, please call 01327 350332 to arrange.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Towcester CE Primary School is committed to the protection and safety of all its pupils and staff. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

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.

About Towcester Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 267 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Towcester Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/towcester-church-of-england-primary-school-towcester

Towcester Primary School is a friendly, nurturing church school based in the heart of the market town of Towcester. We provide fantastic provision for children from the local community. The school prides itself on its inclusive nurturing approach and strives to ensure that all pupils thrive and have a brilliant start to their education!

Standards are high at Towcester where children are keen to learn but welfare and nurture is paramount in allowing this to happen. Visitors comment on the school’s ethos of nurture and the ‘family feel’ of the school. Our children tell us that this is a fantastic place to be!

As a church school, we are a proud member of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust, alongside 32 other schools in the Rutland, Peterborough and Northamptonshire area. PDET is responsible for employing all staff and managing the finances and other central services for the Academies in the Trust. These services include HR support; facilities and premises; procurement and school effectiveness.

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