KS1 / lower KS2 Teacher

Holly Spring Primary School, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2SW

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  5 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (554)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Class Teacher needed – Join Our Warm and Ambitious School Community!Start Date: January 2027

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our friendly and supportive team in either KS1 or lower KS2, depending on experience, from January. Holly Spring Primary Primary School is a place where high expectations, strong relationships and a commitment to every child’s success sit at the heart of what we do. We welcome applications from teachers with experience across both Key Stages. We are keen to hear from talented professionals who share our ambition for children and are eager to develop their practice within a collaborative, forward-looking school community.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons aligned to the curriculum and school priorities.
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using assessment effectively to support learning.
• Adapt teaching to meet pupils' individual needs and maintain high expectations for achievement.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through collaboration, curriculum development and positive professional relationships.
• Promote pupils' wellbeing, safeguard children and maintain a safe, positive learning environment

What We’re Looking For:

Someone who can bring our school I.M.A.G.I.N.E values to life in the classroom:- Ignite a love of learning- Motivate to achieve- Accept everyone- Grow greatness- Instil independence- Nurture- Enjoy

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive staff team who are passionate about making a difference.
• Dedicated PPA time with your year group colleagues – we believe planning is better together!
• A school culture rooted in research-informed practice and a strong commitment to continuous professional development.
• A well-established and progressive curriculum that supports creativity and academic achievement.
• Clear pathways for career progression and leadership opportunities.
• A nurturing environment with excellent support for SEND and SEMH pupils.
• Weekly forest learning sessions – because we know learning doesn’t just happen indoors!

About Our School:

Holly Spring Primary is a three-form entry school in the Bullbrook area of Bracknell. Our large, well-resourced site includes:

• Extensive outdoor spaces and a forest learning environment
• A peaceful sensory garden
• Spacious, modern classrooms

We are a welcoming and caring community with high expectations and a shared commitment to giving every child the best possible start in life.

We warmly welcome visits to the school – come and see what makes Holly Spring such a special place to work.

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

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About Holly Spring Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 603 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Holly Spring Primary School website
• Email address: l.baker@hsprimary.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holly-spring-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Holly Spring Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.baker@hsprimary.uk.

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