Fixed term August 31st 2026 , Class teachers required - Years 4, 5 and 6

Harborne Primary School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B17 9LU

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  16 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,823.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) MPR2 - MPR6

Fixed term August 31st 2026 , Class teachers required - Years 4, 5 and 6 job summary

Harborne Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious school split across two sites - Station Road and Court Oak Road - serving 808 wonderful pupils. We are in an exciting transitional period as we continue to strengthen our vision, provision and leadership structures. We are now looking for exceptional Teachers who will bring a passion for the implementation of effective teaching and learning.

We are also delighted to share that Harborne Primary School will be joining The Elliot Foundation in the academic year 2026-2027. Becoming part of this respected and collaborative trust will further strengthen our capacity for rapid school improvement and academic excellence. We look forward to the benefits of high‑quality professional networks, robust leadership development, and enhanced support that will help us continue to secure the very best outcomes for our pupils.

More about the role

This role involves delivering high‑quality teaching through careful planning, assessment and ongoing monitoring of pupils’ progress, in line with national and school expectations. You will work collaboratively within a supportive and solution‑focused team, benefiting from joint PPA time that enables shared planning, consistency across the curriculum and rich professional dialogue. As part of our commitment to staff development, you will have access to a wide‑ranging CPD programme aligned with both school priorities and your individual career aspirations. You will also be encouraged to engage with strong regional and national teacher networks, offering opportunities to share best practice and stay connected to current educational research. In addition to your classroom responsibilities, you will contribute to the wider life of the school through pastoral work, enrichment activities and community engagement, while upholding high professional standards in safeguarding, behaviour and the school’s values.

We Can Offer You

At Harborne Primary School, you will be welcomed into a warm, friendly and dedicated staff team who are united by a shared commitment to giving every child an exceptional educational experience. We place great importance on professional growth and offer high‑quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD), including leadership pathways that support both current aspirations and future ambitions. Our positive, child‑centred ethos ensures that pupils are respected, celebrated and encouraged to excel. You will join a values‑driven community where collaboration, wellbeing and a deep belief in the potential of every child are at the heart of everything we do.

Safeguarding Statement

Harborne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school

Please call Dan Sewell and Farah Malik on 0121 464 2705 to schedule an appointment on the following date:

Friday 13th March 10:00 - 11:00

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Harborne Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 836 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Harborne Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harborne-primary-school

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