Upper KS2 Class Teacher
Walesby CofE Primary School, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9PB13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2026 (start of spring term 2026)
Closing date
11 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed term contract for two terms in the first instance, subject to pupil numbers
Pay scale
- M3 - UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Start Date: January 2026
This is a fixed term contract for two terms in the first instance, subject to pupil numbers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the appointment of a KS2 teacher (Mixed Y5/6 Class),
The governing body of Walesby C of E Primary school are seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join our caring and inclusive primary school. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about providing high-quality teaching and learning within a nurturing, faith-based environment.
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate proven teaching experience in Upper Key Stage 2
- Have experience of leading a subject area within a primary setting
- Be confident in planning for mixed-age classes and adapting learning to meet a range of needs
- Have experience of teaching in Year 6, including preparing pupils for transition and end-of-key-stage assessments
- Be committed to inspiring and motivating pupils to achieve their full potential
- Contribute positively to the wider life and Christian ethos of our small school community
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- A welcoming, happy and loving school
- Friendly and enthusiastic children who love learning
- A supportive and skilled staff team
- The opportunity to work as part of a highly motivated team focused on raising standards
- An exciting prospect to make an outstanding contribution to our school
- A commitment to your ongoing professional development
- Governors who care about children and understand the pressures on schools today
- Supportive parents and guardians
We are proud of our warm, supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish.
Further information about the job
Please note: This post is not suitable for an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
If you are an enthusiastic, reflective professional who shares our commitment to excellence and values-based education, we would be delighted to receive your application.
If you would like to discuss this position, please do not hesitate to email the school office office@walesby.notts.sch.uk to make arrangements for an informal visit.
Closing Date: 11/12/2025
Interviews: To be confirmed
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore all positions are offered subject to an enhanced DBS check and references confirming your suitability to work with children.
The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Walesby CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 96 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Walesby CofE Primary School website
- Email address
- office@walesby.notts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01623860575
Arranging a visit to Walesby CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@walesby.notts.sch.uk.
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