Classroom Teacher
Blakesley Hall Primary School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B33 8TH24 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
5 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 - M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Skills
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Curriculum Planning and Delivery Proven ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum, ensuring progression for all learners.
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Classroom Management Strong behaviour management strategies that create a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
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Differentiation and Inclusive Practice Skilled at adapting teaching methods and resources to meet diverse learning needs, including SEND, EAL, and high-attaining pupils.
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Assessment and Monitoring Experience using formative and summative assessment to track progress, inform planning, and raise attainment.
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Communication Skills Clear and effective communicator with pupils, parents, and colleagues; able to build positive relationships and support pupil development.
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Use of Educational Technology Confident in integrating digital tools and resources (e.g., interactive whiteboards, online platforms) to enhance learning.
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Team Collaboration Works effectively as part of a team, contributing to planning, moderation, and whole-school initiatives.
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Adaptability and Problem-Solving Flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the classroom and school environment.
Relevant Experience
- Delivered high-quality lessons across a range of subjects, maintaining high expectations and engagement.
- Planned schemes of work and lessons that support progression and meet curriculum standards.
- Assessed, recorded, and reported on pupil progress, using data to inform teaching strategies.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, promoting respect and positive learning attitudes.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and support staff to enhance pupil outcomes.
- Supported pupils with additional needs, implementing individual education plans (IEPs) where required.
- Communicated regularly with parents/carers regarding pupil progress and wellbeing.
- Contributed to extracurricular activities, school events, and enrichment opportunities.
Professional Qualities
- Passion for education and improving pupil outcomes
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Reflective practitioner with a willingness to learn and improve
What the school offers its staff
We are proud to offer a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment where staff are valued and encouraged to thrive. Our school provides a strong and comprehensive Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction programme, including expert mentoring, structured support, and high-quality professional development to build confidence and expertise.
We are deeply committed to inclusion, ensuring that all pupils feel valued, supported, and able to succeed regardless of their background or needs. We celebrate and take pride in our diverse community, recognising it as a key strength of our school.
We foster strong, positive relationships with families, working in close partnership to support pupil progress and wellbeing. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and we maintain a robust commitment to keeping children safe within a nurturing environment.
Our staff are dedicated not only to the success of pupils within the classroom but also to making a positive difference in our wider community. We actively promote a culture of respect, aspiration, and social responsibility.
We are equally committed to staff and pupil wellbeing, creating a positive environment where everyone feels supported, respected, and able to reach their full potential.
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAdditional documents
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About Blakesley Hall Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 521 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Blakesley Hall Primary School website
- Email address
- enquiry@blakesley.bham.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01217832148
Blakesley Hall Primary School is set in the Stechford district of Birmingham. The school is a three form entry in KS2 and a two form entry in KS1. There is a Resource Base for up to 15 places which specialises in Autism.
Arranging a visit to Blakesley Hall Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiry@blakesley.bham.sch.uk.
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