Teacher

Shrewton CofE Primary School, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 4JT

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (801)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,900.00 - £51,000.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher job summary

Primary School Teacher - Years 3 & 4

Shrewton C of E Primary School
Start date: January 2027
Salary: Dependent on experience

Come and join our school community

Shrewton C of E Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic, caring and committed Primary School Teacher to join our friendly team from January 2027, teaching children in Years 3 and 4.

Situated in a small village, our school is proud of its strong community feel. We are looking for a teacher who will embrace school life, build positive relationships with our children and families, and bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to the classroom.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about helping children to thrive academically, socially and personally.

About the role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach and inspire pupils in Years 3 and 4 and children across the school, providing engaging and inclusive learning opportunities.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that encourage curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
• Create a warm, positive and supportive classroom environment where every child feels valued.
• Recognise the individual strengths and needs of pupils and help every child to make good progress.
• Assess and monitor children's learning and use this information effectively to inform future teaching.
• Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
• Develop strong relationships with parents, carers and members of our local community.
• Support and uphold the Christian ethos and values of our Church of England school.
• Take an enthusiastic role in school activities, events and the wider opportunities we provide for our children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an enthusiastic and inspiring classroom practitioner.
• Has high expectations for every child.
• Is kind, patient and committed to children's wellbeing.
• Can make learning engaging, enjoyable and meaningful.
• Is able to create a well-organised, stimulating and nurturing classroom.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive school team.
• Values positive relationships with parents, carers and the wider community.
• Is keen to contribute their ideas, skills and enthusiasm to the continued development of our school.
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status, or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• This post is suitable for ECTs
  What we can offer

At Shrewton C of E Primary School, you will join a welcoming school at the heart of its village community. We can offer:

• Friendly, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
• A supportive, welcoming and committed staff team.
• A school with a strong sense of community, where relationships with children and families really matter.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to our children and the wider life of the school.
• A positive environment where your ideas, skills and enthusiasm will be encouraged and valued.
• Salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Access to the wider support and opportunities available through the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT), which has a strong commitment to investing in its staff.
• Extensive professional learning and development opportunities through DSAT’s Collaborative Professional Learning programme.
• Career development and progression support, including career pathway guidance for staff.
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and wellness, supported through DSAT’s Wellness Strategy and associated benefits.
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across other schools within the Trust, sharing expertise, experience and good practice. DSAT describes support and collaboration at every level as a significant part of its investment in staff.

Come and meet us

We warmly encourage prospective candidates to come and have a look around Shrewton C of E Primary School before applying. Come and meet our staff and children, see the school in action and experience the friendly, community-focused atmosphere for yourself.

Please contact the school office on 01980 620362 to arrange a visit.

Start date: January 2027
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience

We would be delighted to hear from an enthusiastic teacher who shares our commitment to helping every child learn, grow and flourish.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all. If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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.

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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 Shrewton CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 141 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Shrewton CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/shrewton-cofe-primary-academy

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