KS1 Teacher

Anton Infant School, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2HF

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  2 June 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  20 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reflective and highly motivated teacher to join our friendly and supportive team at Anton Infant School from September 2026.

We recognise the many rewarding opportunities that come with working in an infant school, which is why teachers work closely with year group partners to plan and collaborate together, so you are always supported. We are proud to provide our staff with a carefully planned programme of CPD, alongside opportunities to work collaboratively and share best practice.

EVERY CHILD ALWAYS

At Anton Infant School we work together to create a safe and inclusive environment, where every child knows they matter. Every experience is a learning opportunity. Our aim is to promote curiosity, creativity, love, independence and resilience through an inspiring and engaging curriculum. We set children up to achieve all they are capable of and inspire them to become lifelong learners.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an inspirational teacher with the ability to motivate all children.
• Be passionate about making a difference to the learning outcomes of every child.
• Have high aspirations for all children and believe that every child has the potential to succeed.
• Have a strong understanding of effective assessment strategies, including the use of AfL, to meet the learning needs of all pupils.
• Be able to use data and assessment effectively to positively impact pupil progress.
• Be committed to raising standards and improving outcomes for all children.
• Be able to deliver a high-quality, broad, balanced and engaging curriculum across all areas of learning.
• Be innovative and proactive, demonstrating creative ideas to support the development of an enriched and vibrant curriculum that reflects our school values.
• Have the ability to plan effectively to meet the needs of all groups of pupils, demonstrating consistently high expectations and standards.
• Understand behaviour as a form of communication and use a range of positive strategies to promote excellent behaviour for learning.
• Show a willingness to participate fully in school life, including extra-curricular activities and community events.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and work effectively as part of a forward-thinking team.
• Be a reflective practitioner who is open to new initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Be fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and take pride in their school.
• A school with a strong vision for the future of education and high aspirations for every child.
• A highly supportive and dedicated team who genuinely care about making a difference.

High-quality professional development opportunities and the chance to learn from an exceptional team of colleagues.

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.

Interview date will be Wednesday 10th June 2026.

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 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.

About Anton Infant School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, ages 5 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 166 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Anton Infant School website
• Email address: adminoffice@anton-inf.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01264 598546
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/anton-infant-school

Arranging a visit to Anton Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email adminoffice@anton-inf.hants.sch.uk.

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