Job Description

KS1 Class Teacher MPR

Part-time Teacher (3 days) or full time considered for the right candidate- MPR

Starting September 2026, or 1st June 2026, if available

Initially fixed term until 31st August 2027, with permanent contract available after completing fixed term.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher to join our highly motivated and supportive team. The post will be for a KS1 teacher in a mixed Year 1 and 2 class. Full time and part time (3 days a week) considered.

Terling Church of England Primary School is a friendly and welcoming village school with a strong sense of community and family. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is guided by the vision to flourish and shine in all that we do - "Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of heavens" (Daniel 12:3).

We are ambitious about what we want our pupils to achieve and strive to provide the very highest standards of education. The school is a unique place, set in beautiful surroundings with strong links to the church and local community but only a short drive from the city of Chelmsford.

We can offer you:

· A happy and supportive working environment

· A strong vision with clear embedded values

· Delightful, friendly and polite children who are keen to learn

· A dedicated team of staff and governors and good support at all levels

· A school focused on the value of staff wellbeing

· An opportunity to develop professionally

The successful candidate will:

· Have excellent classroom practice and the knowledge and understanding to support pupil progress

· Be able to challenge and support children of all abilities across the curriculum

· Show a passion for the learning and development of the whole child

· Have high expectations of themselves, colleagues and children

· Be able to work effectively in a team

· Keen to engage in all areas of school life

· Committed to inclusion and placing children at the heart of all you do

· Be committed to the belief that everyone can succeed

Visits to the school are welcomed and strongly encouraged and can be arranged at a time to suit you. Please call the school office on 01245 233206.

Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 19th April 2026, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Interview Date: Friday 24th April 2026

Information about the School

Flourish and shine in all that we do “Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of heavens” Daniel 12:3

Our vision is underpinned by our Christian beliefs. We celebrate the uniqueness of every child within our Christian community while we work to support and challenge our children. We support them to flourish and shine in all they do, preparing them for life’s journey. We build upon our Christian values of respect, trust, courage and truthfulness.

At Terling C of E Primary School we are ambitious about what we want our pupils to achieve and strive to provide the very highest standards of education. The school is a unique place, set in beautiful surroundings with strong links to the church and local community but only a short drive from the city of Chelmsford.

Our school is a safe, nurturing environment, underpinned by our Christian foundation and community links.

We aim to encourage a love of learning through a broad, balanced and creative curriculum and to support every child in fulfilling their potential. An enriched learning experience prepares our children to face the future with confidence and enthusiasm to mature as responsible, independent young people.