Year 5 & 6 teacher - 0.6fte

Marcham Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6PY

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  6 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 3 days a week
• Contract type: Fixed term - January 27 to August 27 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full time equivalent salary: Between £32,916 and £45,352

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an outstanding, experienced class teacher to work in our mixed age Year 5 & 6. Qualified Teacher Status is essential.

We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:

• A creative and innovative approach to curriculum planning and delivery.
• Evidence of high-quality effective teaching.
• Knowledge and experience of a range of planning, assessment and record keeping strategies.
• A positive approach to the management of behaviour.
• Ability to inspire and motivate children to achieve beyond what they think possible.
• High expectations of themselves and their pupils.
• Willingness to promote the school ethos and become fully involved in the life of our school.
• Strong interpersonal skills that support effective teamwork with colleagues, governors and parents.
• Good knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice including adaptive teaching to support progress for all.
• Self–motivated and ambitious for the children being taught.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

It would be advantageous if applicants had the following:

• Teaching experience in KS2.
• Subject leadership experience.
• Experience in effective planning for children with special educational needs.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• a very supportive environment and community;
• dedication to your professional development;
• a friendly, caring and calm atmosphere;
• children who are willing learners, great friends, passionate about our school values and who want Marcham to be “The best school in the world!”.

Application Procedure

To find out more about this post please request a candidate information pack and visit the school website at www.marcham.oxon.sch.uk. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by appointment. To arrange an appointment please email the school office at office.3235@marcham.oxon.sch.uk.

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@marcham.oxon.sch.uk.

Closing date: Tuesday 20th October Interview date: Thursday 22nd October

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

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment measures, including an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Marcham Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 168 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Marcham Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School website
• Email address: office.3235@marcham.oxon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01865 391448
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/marcham-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school

Marcham is an expanding, thriving school near Abingdon, committed to fostering a love and learning and keen to make the world a better place. Our mission is “to achieve excellence in education in a safe, caring, collaborative community where Christian values are integral and learning is fun”. We received a Good OFSTED rating in June 2023 but we are always striving to be better at getting better and are looking for someone special to join us on this journey.

Arranging a visit to Marcham Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office.3235@marcham.oxon.sch.uk.

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