KS2 Teacher - Full Time Only

Hook Junior School, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9NN

8 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours Full time x5 days per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed term with view to becoming permanent
• Pay scale: MPR and UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

KS2 Teacher – full time only

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 20th October 2026 (we recommend you submit your applications as soon as possible. We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time prior to the closing date)

Job Start Date: 4th January 2027

Contract/Hours: Temp to Perm – initial 1-year fixed term contract with view to becoming permanent

Key Stage: KS2

Salary Type: MPR and UPR

Hours of Work: Full time x5 days per week

Suitable for: Experienced teachers

Location of Role: Hook Junior School, Ravenscroft, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9NN

Contact: Mrs Spooner (Admin Assistant) 01256 762 468

Contact e-mail address: h.spooner@hook-jun.hants.sch.uk

We are a successful and forward-thinking junior school with high standards and expectations for our pupils and those who work here. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, passionate, caring and talented professional with proven skills as an excellent teacher to join our supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity if you aspire for excellence and thrive on the challenge of providing the highest quality education for children.

Our school was last inspected in June 2023 receiving our second consecutive ‘Outstanding’ grading. ‘Leaders expect the best for and from every pupil. Staff support and challenge pupils to meet these high expectations. There is a shared emphasis on making sure that all pupils keep up with the ambitious learning on offer.’ Ofsted report June 2023.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is an excellent practitioner with a proven track record of securing high standards in learning
• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour for all children
• Has experience of teaching in KS2.
• Has strong subject knowledge of the key stage two curriculum, in particular in reading, writing and maths
• Has a strong understanding of the development of children as confident, resilient, independent individuals
• As an experienced teacher (not ECT) is able to confidently and strategically lead a subject successfully
• Is able to provide exciting, creative and inspiring learning experiences for every child in their care
• Is confident and competent using IT
• Is a team player who is resilient and has excellent interpersonal skills
• Is committed to high standards of personal and professional development
• Is enthusiastic, ambitious and able to work with initiative
• Will actively and frequently participate in the wider life of the school

We can offer you:

• Investment in your continued professional development
• Weekly PPA (non-contact time) working with colleagues in year teams
• Additional non-contact time for experienced teachers with subject leadership (not relevant to ECT)
• Happy, polite and motivated children who are keen to learn
• A caring, friendly environment where there is a genuine commitment to raising standards of learning and care for all
• Exciting opportunities to work in partnership to shape the future of our successful school and make a real difference
• Personal laptop to undertake your role
• A strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff to work alongside you within a supportive and constructive ethos
• Active commitment to staff wellbeing
• Models of excellent practice in teaching, learning and leadership to support you
• Supportive governing body, parents and school community

• For ECTs - dedicated ECT time with a mentor and a personalised development programme with South Farnham Education Trust (SFET)

Application Procedure

Visits to our school with prior appointment are encouraged and welcomed, please call 01256 762 468 to arrange.

To discuss the post in more detail, please call us on 01256 762 468 and speak with either Nicci Bailey (Deputy Headteacher) or Lynn Powell (Headteacher).

To apply, please download and complete an application form using the link at the top right of this page. Return your completed application form by email to h.spooner@hook-jun.hants.sch.uk with a subject line of ‘KS2 Teacher Application’.

Safer Recruitment

Hook Junior 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 selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• Investment in your continued professional development
• Weekly PPA (non-contact time) working with colleagues in year teams
• Additional non-contact time for experienced teachers with subject leadership (not relevant to ECT)
• Happy, polite and motivated children who are keen to learn
• A caring, friendly environment where there is a genuine commitment to raising standards of learning and care for all
• Exciting opportunities to work in partnership to shape the future of our successful school and make a real difference
• Personal laptop to undertake your role
• A strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff to work alongside you within a supportive and constructive ethos
• Active commitment to staff wellbeing
• Models of excellent practice in teaching, learning and leadership to support you
• Supportive governing body, parents and school community

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

Hook Junior 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 selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

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 Hook Junior School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 467 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hook Junior School website
• Email address: adminoffice@hook-jun.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01256 762 468
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hook-junior-school

Hook Junior School is a 4-form entry junior school with a range of experienced and recently qualified teachers, as well as a friendly and capable support staff team. We were delighted to have received the elusive, second outstanding grade from Ofsted at the end of last term which reflects the high standards we strive for and the positive impact we aim to make on the lives of our children.

Arranging a visit to Hook Junior School

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

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