Teacher

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048

Interview Date: 30^th March 2026

The Governing Body of Elm Wood Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding classroom teacher who has high expectations of behaviour, standards and the learning outcomes.

The successful candidate will also be able to:

• Show energy, enthusiasm and creativity in approach and commitment to the learning ethos of the school.
• Be fully committed to our Behaviour and Relationships policy
• Have a good understanding of how to meet a range of needs within the classroom
• Commit to CPD in line with the whole school development plans
• Display open positive attitude where teamwork is valued and have excellent interpersonal skills plus a determination to work for the best outcomes for each child.
• Contribute to the extensive extra-curricular programme the school already offers

The successful applicant must be able to start June 2026.

Visits to school are welcome. Please contact office@elmwoodps.co.uk to arrange a suitable time.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to sarah.rawes@elmwoodps.co.uk by 11:59pm on 22^nd March 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

This is a temporary contract to cover for maternity leave and will end on the return of the postholder (approximately 12 months).