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FULL TIME CLASS TEACHER (Main Pay Scale - ECT's welcome to apply)
Applications Close:Sunday 11th October 2026 (Midnight)
Position Start Date:1st January 2027
Position Type:Full Time
Employment Type: Fixed Term, 1st January to 31st August 2027
Date of Interview:Monday 19th October 2026
Tours of the school are encouraged prior to application.
We have the opportunity for a full time teacher to join our schoolfrom 1st January 2027 for a fixed period until 31st August 2027 in Year 2.
We are looking for a teacher to work at Friar's Grove who is…
Positive, warm and friendly, with both children and their colleagues. They enjoy working collaboratively on a range of exciting projects and to meet the individual needs of all children, ensuring all reach their full potential. They understand that children's outward behaviour is due to an underlying need and strive to meet these needs, underpinning behaviour approaches on positive relationships and mutual respect. They demonstrate High Quality Teaching approaches and are able to accelerate progress for all children. They are open to new ideas based on research and are willing to reflect on their own practice and develop their approaches to teaching and learning. They take an active role in curriculum development and personalising the learning for the children of Friar's Grove.
We work at Friar's Grove because…
We enjoy working in a friendly, committed team where work/life balance is considered in decisions made by the Senior Leadership Team. Being an inclusive school means that every day is different and we enjoy celebrating academic success, positive behaviour and those breakthrough moments for individuals. Everyone is valued and supported in their role and we welcome new ideas and approaches. We benefit from a supportive school community and it is a pleasure to see children arrive in school every day with smiles on their faces.
Friar's Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhancedDBS check&tworeferences.
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Candidates considering making an application arestronglyencouragedto telephone the school to arrange a visit to the school and / or discuss the post with the Head or Deputy.
The format of the interview day will be communicated to successful candidates.