37 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    20 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    11 February 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term - Temporary one-year contract with the potential of a permanent contract.

Pay scale

M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to recruit a dedicated, outstanding practitioner to teach, who will be:

  • a passionate, dynamic and reflective practitioner able to teach in mixed aged classes;
  • innovative and imaginative in creating memorable learning experiences;
  • dedicated and nurturing, with strong interpersonal and communication skills;
  • willing to work in a strong team and contribute to the wider life of the school;
  • a motivated and caring person who wants to make a difference;
  • committed to the highest expectations of children’s achievement and progress.

What the school offers its staff

Our School:

We are an inclusive nurturing school and all of our staff are trained in the Thrive Approach and have high expectations of all children. We have a strong, supportive culture where children and staff feel valued. Our school motto is Belong, Imagine, Achieve; which brilliantly encapsulates our ethos and culture. The school is in the heart of the village of Tisbury where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their best. Our unique learning environment and creative curriculum enhances our provision and we inspire pupils' imaginations and creative flair. Every child is at the heart of all decisions made.

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service and on-line search check before appointment is confirmed.

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About St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
105 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01747 870675

St John’s is a relatively small rural school with 106 children and 5 classes. We are committed to ensuring that the children are engaged and enthused to learn through excellent pedagogy and a creative learning environment. Teaching and learning is structured creatively to ensure each child’s individual needs and interests are carefully considered and catered for, with a broad and balanced curriculum which enables them to flourish. We encourage children to think creatively and prepare them for the wider world.
We use the Thrive Approach throughout the school, which is a dynamic developmental way of working with children to promote emotional stability and wellbeing through play, discussion, drama and art. In our school we provide opportunities for all children in our care to work on emotional regulation and emotional developmental needs to build resilience and resourcefulness.

Arranging a visit to St John's Church of England Primary School, Tisbury

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@st-johntisbury.wilts.sch.uk.

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