Job Introduction
Lower School Class Teacher
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (2 years)
Salary: MPS (Main Pay Scale)
Are you an enthusiastic teacher looking to begin or grow your career in a truly unique setting? Read on - this might be just the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
We particularly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers, and the post offers an exceptional level of support for those starting out in the profession.
We can offer:
Polite, curious, and enthusiastic children with very supportive parents
A friendly, dynamic, and dedicated team
A high degree of autonomy in your classroom, backed by strong team support
A uniquely creative school structure, with lessons taught in groups of 20
The opportunity to focus on teaching fewer subjects
A beautiful village setting — complete with alpacas as our nearest neighbours!
A steady supply of tea and cake
This is a rare and supportive role that offers the best of both worlds - professional independence with a strong safety net. You’ll teach smaller groups, share planning and ideas daily, and build your confidence in a warm, experienced team.
The post is fixed term for two years in the first instance, due to expected staffing changes and leadership succession planning. There may be potential for a permanent role beyond this, depending on school needs.
Closing date for applications: Midday, Thursday 12th June
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 16th June We reserve the right to interview early.
Our hiring process:
You read this advert
It piques your interest - you want to find out more
You check out our website (www.whitchurchprimary.org.uk) or Twitter (@Whitchurch1) to see what makes us special
You arrange a visit (or an online chat if you’re further away)
You meet our wonderful children and staff, and experience our setting
You apply, get shortlisted, and come to interview!
Interested?
If this sounds like the kind of school you’d love to be part of, we would love to hear from you!
📧 office@whitchurchprimary.org.uk
📞 0118 9842347
📍 Whitchurch Primary School, Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch on Thames, RG8 7EJ
Safer Recruitment
We 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.
