Reception Class Teacher

YR Class Teacher Required

Full Time– Permanent Contract

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: Main Pay Scale (M2–UPS3) depending on experience

We are seeking an exceptional Reception Class Teacher to join our Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the importance of the Early Years Foundation Stage and is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education.

Shirehampton Primary School is a thriving local authority maintained primary school at the heart of the community in North Bristol. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring every child can achieve their full potential through a broad, balanced and knowledge-rich curriculum.

This is an exciting time to join the school as we continue to strengthen teaching, curriculum and inclusion.

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves learning and is passionate about teaching young children

• Has a strong understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all children

• Understands the importance of learning through play and can create engaging, purposeful provision

• Is skilled in developing children's communication, language and early literacy skills

• Relishes the challenge of working in a highly inclusive school

• Has a genuine interest in promoting the emotional health and wellbeing of pupils

• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

• Is reflective, resilient and committed to their own professional development

• Works effectively as part of a team and has a good sense of humour

At Shirehampton Primary School we are proud to offer:

• A strong commitment to raising standards for all children

• A supportive environment where staff are encouraged to develop and refine their practice

• A carefully sequenced curriculum supported by high quality schemes and resources

• Shared planning approaches and collaborative team working to support workload and wellbeing

• Creative, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning

• A supportive and ambitious school community

• Skilled support staff who work collaboratively with teachers

• A compassionate, friendly and collaborative staff team

• A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth

If you are someone who puts children at the heart of learning, embraces innovation and sees challenges as opportunities, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Michele Daniels, Office Manager to arrange a visit to the school and meet with the Headteacher or Deputy Headteachers.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place throughout the recruitment process. Interviews will be arranged shortly after suitable applications are received. We therefore encourage early applications, as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Shirehampton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online searches and a health check.