KS2 Class Teacher

Preston Candover Church of England Primary School, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 2EE

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (731)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed term until the end of academic year with potential to become permananent
• Pay scale: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join Preston Candover CE Primary School. As a strong school we invest in our staff through coaching, high-quality CPD and a supportive culture.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious school that has consistently high performance and is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes and progress for all children? The successful applicant will join a staff team that is committed to delivering inspiring learning experiences that engage children and drives their achievement. This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher or a strong recently qualified candidate.

For the right candidate, we would consider full or part-time applicants.

Would you like to work in a school that invests in developing and growing its staff? We are excited to welcome a dedicated applicant to join our ambitious and supportive team. The successful candidate will have the following qualities:

• Is a committed teacher with strong subject knowledge, able to inspire children to achieve excellent outcomes
• Will promote a culture of learning that is inspiring and challenging
• Is a reflective teacher with high expectations of behaviour
• Is committed to their own professional development and opportunities to mentor others
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to take initiative
• Supports our school vision, values and ethos

What the school offers its staff

As a school we can offer:

• The opportunity to teach well behaved, highly motivated children who are keen to develop their own learning
• Excellent facilities and environment
• Development towards the next steps in your career

We are extremely proud of our achievements but are also committed to on-going improvements and high standards. Preston Candover is a friendly and aspirational school to work in and we offer an excellent induction and professional development programme.

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.

For more information about our school, please request our information pack.

Early applications are encouraged. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

If you would like to arrange an opportunity to visit the school please contact the Admin Officer, Ms Jennie Crompton in the school office on 01256 389278 or email jcrompton@prestoncandover.hants.sch.uk.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Commitment to safeguarding

Preston Candover CE Primary school and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and election practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

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About Preston Candover Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 98 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Preston Candover Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: jcrompton@prestoncandover.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01256 389278
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/preston-candover-church-of-england-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Preston Candover Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jcrompton@prestoncandover.hants.sch.uk.

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