16 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    4 January 2027

  • Closing date

    27 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    11 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full time equivalent salary

£38,400.00 Annually (FTE)

Class Teacher - M3-UPR3 job summary

Woden Primary school was rated extremely highly across all areas by Ofsted in March 2025 and is situated in the centre of Wolverhampton. We are a 2-form entry primary school, who are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and driven Year 4 class teacher to provide maternity leave cover during the Spring and Summer term.

We are an inclusive and friendly school which has a diverse catchment at the heart of our community. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT) and work collaboratively across the three schools in our community to provide mutual support and share good practice. We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be.

Core Responsibilities

Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum and school policies.

Assess, monitor and record pupil progress accurately, using assessment information to inform teaching and learning.

Oversee and manage all aspects of the classroom to ensure a safe, stimulating and purposeful learning environment.

Maintain accurate pupil records, reports and other relevant documentation.

Act as a key point of contact for pupils, parents and carers, fostering positive and constructive relationships.

Provide support, advice and guidance to colleagues as appropriate.

Work collaboratively with senior leaders, teaching staff and external agencies to support pupil development and wellbeing.

Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and achievement.

Engage positively with parents, carers and the wider school community.

Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in accordance with statutory guidance and school procedures.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Experience of teaching within a primary school setting, preferably within Key Stage 2.

Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and effective teaching and learning strategies.

Sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and educational best practice.

Experience of assessment, tracking and monitoring pupil progress.

Ability to apply relevant school policies, procedures and statutory requirements effectively.

Training & Development

Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Willingness to participate in relevant training and development opportunities.

Commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of educational practice, curriculum developments and safeguarding requirements.

Active engagement in performance management, professional learning and school improvement activities.

Key Skills & Attributes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and external partners.

Strong organisational and time management skills.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

High standards of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.

Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and sound judgement.

Commitment to inclusion, equality of opportunity and achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

Enthusiastic, adaptable and resilient approach to teaching and learning.

In return we can offer:

Strong, supportive partnerships with parents and the wider community

A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment

Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards

A strong, supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body

Opportunities for professional development, coaching and mentoring and succession planning

VISITS TO SCHOOL

The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact our Office Manager, Mrs Slade at enquiries@wodenprimary.org if you would like visit school.

We are proposing that visits take place on 16/11/26 at 1-3pm or 19/11/26 3.30-4.30pm. If you are unable to visit the school, you are welcome to arrange a phone call with the Headteacher for an informal conversation about the school and its ethos.

COMPLIANCE AND SAFEGUARDING

To apply, completed application forms should be submitted via the My New Term platform.

Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.

CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:

adult cautions (simple or conditional);

conditional cautions;

convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

CHILDCARE (DISQUALIFCATION)

In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child’s fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified ‘by association’ to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agency website).

CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.

Use of AI Tools in Applications

We encourage applicants to use technology responsibly and professionally. The successful use of AI should support, rather than replace, the applicant's own knowledge, judgement, and experience. Any attempt to gain an unfair advantage through the inappropriate use of AI during the recruitment process may result in an application being withdrawn from consideration.

Declaration

By submitting an application, applicants confirm that the information provided is true, accurate, and their own work, whether or not AI-assisted tools have been used in its preparation.

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

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.

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About Woden Primary School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
448 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
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Woden is a large 2-form entry primary school, situated in Wolverhampton with nearly 500 pupils on roll aged 3 to 11 years.

We are a rich multicultural community and celebrate the diversity of the many different cultures represented.

The children and parents of Woden are from over 30 different countries and speak more than 40 different languages. This helps to make it a special place where we all value our similarities and differences and learn from each other. At Woden Primary School we aim to become a community of life-long learners, striving for excellence, and inspired by achievement and success.

Woden's motto “Learning to Make a Difference” is evident in all we do. We pride ourselves on providing a rich and varied learning environment and exciting curriculum for all of our children, in a friendly and positive atmosphere, that encourages them to flourish and achieve their best.

We aim to provide the children in our care with the best possible start in life.

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