Teacher EYFS or KS1

Oakridge School, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2PN

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) MPS 1 - MPS 6 (depending on individual criteria)

Teacher EYFS or KS1 job summary

Full time EYFS or KS1 Teacher

Oakridge Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and forward‑thinking community where every child is encouraged to thrive. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Reception (EYFS) or KS1 Teacher who is passionate about inspiring young learners and committed to delivering high‑quality teaching and learning.

About the Role

We are looking for someone who:

Brings energy, positivity and a genuine love of teaching

Can buy into our vision of ‘enhancing the life chances for all our children’

Has a strong understanding of the EYFS or KS1 curriculum and child development

Creates engaging, purposeful learning experiences that meet the needs of all pupils

Builds warm, supportive relationships with children and families

Works collaboratively as part of a committed and experienced team

Has excellent communication and organisational skills

Is reflective, proactive and eager to continue developing their practice

A School You’ll Be Proud to Join

Oakridge has recently been nominated for an Inclusion Award in the Buckinghamshire School Awards, recognising our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed. This nomination reflects the strength of our ethos and the dedication of our staff.

What We Offer

A welcoming, inclusive school with a strong community ethos

Supportive leadership who value staff wellbeing and professional development

A dedicated team who work closely together to share ideas and best practice

Well‑resourced classrooms and access to high‑quality training

Children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn

A strong commitment to continuous CPD, ensuring every teacher is supported to grow, innovate and excel in their practice

A commitment to Wellbeing and workload (See our Wellbeing and Workload charter)

Safeguarding

Oakridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks, and an online/social media screening process.

Find Out More

📩 How to Apply

We welcome applicants to visit the school before applying. Meeting our team and seeing our EYFS and KS1 environment in action will give you a real sense of what makes Oakridge special.

When applying, please ensure you include:

A completed application form

A detailed supporting statement outlining how your skills, experience and values make you a strong fit for this role

Please apply via My New Term We look forward to welcoming you to Oakridge.

Please see attached job description, person specification and wellbeing information

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Oakridge School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 480 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oakridge School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oakridge-school-high-wycombe

Oakridge is a two-form entry school taking children from 2-11 years old.
The school has amazing, polite and respectful children who love being at school and learning. All visitors comment positively about learning behaviours.
The staff all share the school’s vision of ‘Enhancing the life chances of all our children.’ We feel strongly about wellbeing and workload, which is why we have developed the attached, ‘Wellbeing and Workload Charter.’
We are a school that is outward looking, wanting to learn from current research and best practice.

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