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Class Teacher
South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery, LYMINGTON, Hampshire, SO41 5RP11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
2 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
21 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Various combinations across the week will be considered.
Contract type
- Fixed term - At least one year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Mainscale/ UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an exceptional primary class teacher to join our dedicated, welcoming team at South Baddesley CE Primary School and Nursery. Initially offered as a one-year maternity cover, this role comes at an exciting time as we continue to embed our school strengths, grow our unique curriculum, and further enhance our approach to personal and professional development.
A central highlight of our school life is our outdoor learning programme. This year, we are fully embedding the use of our school farm to offer a rich, experiential curriculum. Furthermore, we actively collaborate with local partner schools, making this an outstanding opportunity for an educator looking to consolidate their teaching expertise or develop leadership skills within a supportive wider network.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
Comprehensive Handover & Induction: A fully supported 1-month transition period in January, working directly alongside current classroom teachers, with immediate access to high-quality planning resources, guidance, and tools.
Flexible Working: While advertised as part-time, we welcome applications from candidates seeking full-time roles or specific working patterns. Finding the right teacher for our pupils and staff team is our primary focus.
Professional Growth: Tailored support from experienced colleagues, including dedicated teacher mentors and Inclusion leaders, with genuine opportunities to lead whole-school projects and collaborate externally.
In addition you will receive:
Full Curriculum & PPA Support: Complete, high-quality planning resources provided alongside guaranteed, blocked PPA time to protect your work-life balance.
Staff Well being Perks: Corporate membership to a prestigious, local health club right on our doorstep.
A Vibrant School Community: Delightful, enthusiastic children and a warm, supportive, and happy school environment.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding children and all employees, governors and volunteers are subject to robust employment checks.
We delivery regular, topical safeguarding briefings and train all staff annually on KCSiE (Keeping Children Safe in Education).
We have an internal online portal enabling all staff to report any concerns immediately and we have two Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL's) in school. A third member of staff has undergone the DSL training purely for the purpose of auditing our processes and challenging DSL decisions.
We are very proud of the strong safeguarding culture we have developed.
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.
About South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 131 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- adminoffice@southbaddesleypri.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01590626243
South Baddesley CE Primary School and Nursery is a thriving Church of England school catering to pupils aged 3–11. Our vision and curriculum are firmly rooted in the Christian value of ‘Kindness’, which we explore through three dimensions: kindness to ourselves, kindness to others, and kindness to the world. This ethos fosters a calm, happy, and purposeful environment where laughter is a daily staple of school life.
Our curriculum is designed to help children ‘explore life in all its fullness’, cultivating wisdom, curiosity, innovation, and excellence for every child, regardless of their starting point. We utilise the core drivers of literature, people, and the world to shape deep, challenging learning experiences.
Strategic Growth and Innovation
As an outward-looking school, we take pride in our unique school initiatives. Following the successful opening of our Nursery in 2025, we are focused on the continued growth of our Early Years provision, embracing the DfE’s ‘Stronger Foundations’ guidance to ensure high-quality educational value from the very start.
Last year was marked by the exciting opening of our School Farm, which, alongside our bespoke catering service, provides a curriculum that is truly more than academic. These resources allow us to offer a rich, outdoor learning experience within the stunning grounds of the Pylewell Estate, utilising our Woodland School, meadow, and pond to enhance pupil development.
Commitment to Excellence and Reform
We maintain a rigorous focus on academic performance, ensuring strong outcomes at national milestones and through robust internal data. Our current school improvement initiatives are currently focused on:
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Mathematics: Refining planning and delivery within our mixed-age class structure. - English: Developing a sophisticated writing curriculum in alignment with the DfE Writing Strategy.
- RE & Foundation: Conducting "deep dives" into our RE curriculum and enhancing assessment toolkits across all subjects.
In light of recent SEND reforms and the White Paper, we are committed to providing a bespoke offer that meets the needs of all pupils. We are specifically developing our ‘Ordinarily Available Provision’ to ensure that every learner is supported within our inclusive environment.
Collaboration and Professional Development
Teamwork and professional well-being are the cornerstones of our school. With 110 pupils currently organised into four classes, our staff are supported by a dedicated leadership team and a commitment to teacher development at all stages. We value our collaborative partnerships with local schools, Hampshire Local Authority and organisations such as Winchester University. Uniquely we employ a teacher mentor, prioritising ongoing growth and development for all staff.
Our July 2024 ‘Good’ Ofsted judgement—with ‘Outstanding’ recognition for welfare and behaviour—validated our unique approach to subject leadership and pupil support. Our vision remains to ‘strive and believe to shine’ for every individual.
Community and Environment
Located on the edge of the New Forest and near the Solent coastline, we make full use of our two school minibuses to bring learning to life through regular off-site visits. We are supported by a highly involved Governing Body and a tireless Parent-Friends Association (Friends of SBS).
We hope this provides a flavor of life at South Baddesley. We invite you to book a tour to experience our unique setting and meet our wonderful children and team.
Arranging a visit to South Baddesley Church of England Primary School & Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email adminoffice@southbaddesleypri.co.uk.
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