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Classroom Teacher

Oakwood Primary School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 8FD

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a creative, committed teacher who wants to make a real difference to thelives of children? Join Oakwood Primary School, a warm and ambitious two-formentry school in Southampton, where every pupil is encouraged to Respect,Believe, Achieve. This is an exciting chance to be part of a supportive team andhelp shape pupils’ learning and confidence through excellent teaching.

About Oakwood Primary School

● A maintained two-form entry primary in Southampton with a friendly, inclusivecommunity.

● Part of Bridge Education Trust, benefitting from collaborative professionaldevelopment and shared expertise.

● Our pupils come from diverse backgrounds and we are proud of our inclusiveapproach.

● Our values sit at the heart of school life: Respect, Believe, Achieve —supported by behaviours and attitudes we nurture every day, through ‘TheOakwood Way’: Resilience, Empathy, Strength, Pride, Excellence, Curiosity,Teamwork.

● We have a beautiful, wooded site, and outdoor learning supported by ForestSchool provision which is a key part of our identity.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic classroom teacher (Teachers Main Scale) who will:

● Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage learners and raiseattainment.

● Apply consistent behaviour expectations to create a calm, purposeful learningenvironment.

● Adapt teaching effectively so all pupils, including those with SEND and whoare disadvantaged, make strong progress.

● Contribute positively to whole-school initiatives and work collaboratively withcolleagues.

About you

You will be someone who:

● Believes every pupil can succeed and shows compassion and highexpectations in equal measure.

● Uses strong classroom routines and clear explanations to promote learningand confidence.

● Is committed to inclusion and able to adapt learning to meet a range of needs

● Is reflective and keen to develop their practice.

● Works well as part of a team, sharing ideas and contributing to a supportive,

ambitious culture.

This position is suitable for an ECT.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer

• A supportive, collaborative staff team.
• A welcoming, values-driven school community where staff and pupils thrive.
• Clear professional development pathways focused on teaching quality, curriculum design and classroom practice.
• Opportunities to be involved in whole-school improvement projects and trust-wide development.

Application details

• Salary: Teachers Main Scale
• Closing date: Wednesday 13 May 2026
• To apply: Please complete the application form and submit to Aaron Rattan at arattan@oakwoodlive.net

• Application requirements: Application form
• If you would like to visit the school, please email Aaron on the above email address, or call us on 023 8074 2345 to arrange an appointment.

Oakwood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren.

Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate background checks.

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Oakwood Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 414 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oakwood Primary School website
• Email address: arattan@oakwoodlive.net
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oakwood-primary-school-southampton

Arranging a visit to Oakwood Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email arattan@oakwoodlive.net.

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