14 days remaining to apply

  • Closing date

    15 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    1 May 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1

Working pattern

Full time: Monday to Friday

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 year initial

Pay scale

M1 (£32,916) - M6 (£45,352)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Inspiring, dedicated teachers improve our children’s life chances and enrich their learning experience. Could you be the next member of our school teaching team to change the world for our children?

We are looking for both ECTs and experienced teachers who are looking for a new, inspiring school teaching experience in either Early Years, KS1 or KS2. This could be a fantastic opportunity for you to develop and grow as part of a highly motivated and forward thinking team.

The Leadership Team and Governors are looking for teachers who are passionate about changing children’s lives. We pride ourselves on a rich collaborative approach to learning and offer outstanding professional development to all staff.

What the school offers its staff

Bitterne Park Nursery, part of Bitterne Park Primary School (rated Outstanding by Ofsted 2025), provides a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for local children. Being situated within a school setting offers exceptional access to extensive outdoor spaces, including fields, ECO areas, and Forest School provision. This allows children to experience and benefit from the natural world every day.

Our dedicated team is caring and supportive, led by early years specialist teachers who also create excellent opportunities for professional development and training.

As part of The Learning Federation Partnership of Schools, we collaborate closely with three other nurseries within our network. This partnership enables us to continually create new opportunities for both our staff and children, supporting everyone to grow and thrive.‍

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.

The successful candidate will benefit from one day a week professional development in the first instance and a comprehensive package of recruitment and retention incentives.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All users are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Bitterne Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
627 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
02380 554541

We are part of The Learning Federation, which comprises of 5 Schools and an Early Year Centre and Nursery. The Executive Board and Governors are looking for leaders who are passionate about changing children’s lives and we are excited to provide the right individual with a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow as part of a highly motivated and forward-thinking team.

Arranging a visit to Bitterne Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@bppslive.net.

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