Class Teacher - KS2

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

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  19 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: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) M1 - M6, Salary will be dependant on experience

Class Teacher - KS2 job summary

Whether you are embarking on your first steps into teaching, or you are an experienced teacher, looking for a new and rewarding challenge, it is vital to find the best match and school environment for you. At Towcester CE Primary School, we believe we have a wonderful working environment to offer you!

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:

• Understands the importance of strong pedagogy, is able to deliver high quality first teaching and is willing to develop this alongside a school-based QFT coach
• Is reflective and continually seeks to improve their practice
• Is a team player and who can build positive professional relationships to ensure all children feel safe, happy, and able to learn
• Is an enthusiastic individual who smiles easily, is approachable, and friendly and who can make learning engaging and memorable
• Is confident in using a range of behaviour management strategies
• Respects and promotes the Christian ethos and vision of our school

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 Vivup

At Towcester, We place wellbeing at the heart of all we do and our staff are appreciated and valued for every contribution which they make. We are very passionate about putting our people where they will thrive and therefore be able to help our children achieve the best that they can - please ensure that you state you therefore state your KS2 class preference within on 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.

Towcester CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. Please note CVs will not be accepted and Application Forms should be completed in full. Any gaps in employment must be identified and justified.

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

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 297 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School 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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