EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 8BY27 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
16 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 April 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Fixed term - One year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1-6/UPS 1-3
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Successful Candidate
You will have the following skills and qualities:
High expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour
The ability to create a stimulating learning environment
Good or better professional knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
The ability to inspire and challenge children's thinking and learning
A reflective teacher who aspires for excellence in themselves and others
An energetic, conscientious, enthusiastic and determined teacher
A great team player who would enjoy contributing to the life of the school.
Passionate about children’s learning.
Positive with a good sense of humour, a smile and a ‘can do’ attitude.
Resilient and motivated.
Willing to participate in CPD and whole school improvement priorities.
Please see our Job Description and Specification Documents.
You are welcome to visit the school's website on www.fairisle-inf.co.uk.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
A school that values wellbeing and the professional development of all
An opportunity to make a difference to our children's lives and their learning.
A rights, respecting school with kind and enthusiastic children who love to learn!
An innovative curriculum.
A highly supportive, friendly and dedicated team who care about making a difference.
A vibrant, caring and supportive school community.
A work environment where your thoughts and ideas are valued in the ever-changing world of education.
You are welcome to visit the school's website on www.fairisle-inf.co.uk.
Flexible working opportunities
We would consider applications from full and part time teachers and are recruiting to both permanent and one year fixed term positions.
There is a dedicated PPA room for teachers.
PPA can be taken at home with prior request/agreement.
We have a 'Time Off Request' process for personal or family reasons that may arise.
Further details about the role
EYFS / KS1 Class Teacher
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is looking to appoint a talented and inspirational Class Teacher who has the vision and ability to make a difference to our children.
Both experienced and Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply. For the right candidate there will be the opportunity to take on additional roles such as Core/Foundation Subject Leader and/or Year Leader.
We would consider applications from full and part time teachers and are recruiting to both permanent and one year fixed term positions.
We are seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic and skilled teacher to join our friendly, committed and supportive team. We provide a safe and nurturing learning environment and an exciting curriculum which ensures that children enjoy school and are keen to learn.
We look to welcoming the right candidate to our Fairisle Family!
If you feel that you have the necessary experience, skills and attitude to undertake this role we would love to hear from you.
Applicants are warmly invited to request a tour after the Easter Holidays by contacting us by email at info@fairisle-inf.co.uk. The job description and person specification can be found on our website at www.fairisle-inf.co.uk/Vacancies and within this Job Listing. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Closing date: 16th May 2025
Interview dates: 20th and 21st May 2025
However, please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. We also reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the closing date advertised if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy is closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
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 are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Fairisle Infant and Nursery School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 330 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Fairisle Infant and Nursery School website
- Email address
- head@fairisle-inf.co.uk
- Phone number
- 02380 731199
Our School
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is a three-form entry school with a separate Nursery building on site. We are part of the Bridge Education Trust Southampton.
The school is an inclusive setting with an emphasis on a child-centered and family friendly approach to care and learning. We have supportive parents and Governors and our children are well behaved, enthusiastic and proud of their school.
We are seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic and skilled teacher to join our friendly, committed and supportive team. We provide a safe and nurturing learning environment and an exciting curriculum which ensures that children enjoy school and are keen to learn.
Our recent Ofsted report January 2025 noted:
• We are a Good School with Outstanding Personal Development.
• Everyone is welcomed as part of the Fairisle Family.
• The school is inclusive and has a nurturing ethos.
• Pupils are happy and well cared for by kind and helpful Staff.
• The school’s provision for pupils’ personal development is exceptional.
Arranging a visit to Fairisle Infant and Nursery School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@fairisle-inf.co.uk.
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