Class Teacher: Primary Phase
Employer: Holymead Primary School
Location: Brislington, Bristol
Contract: Full Time, fixed term contract to cover Year 5 class maternity until 31.08.27, or the substantive postholder’s return if sooner.
Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Date: 23rd November 2026
Closing Date: 2nd October 2026
Salary: MPS Depending on experience
Holymead Primary School is a three-form entry Local Authority maintained school at the heart of its community in Brislington, South Bristol. We are seeking to appoint a Year 5 Class Teacher on a fixed term, temporary contract to cover maternity leave (estimated dates above).
Our calm, friendly and welcoming environment is conducive to great teaching and learning, with highly motivated pupils, an effective school structure and leadership team, and a close-knit team of colleagues. Our Ofsted Inspection in September 2023 recognised the value we place in relationships and our commitment to both pupils and staff:
“Pupils thrive, both academically and personally, in this environment.”
“Staff are proud to be part of the school. They appreciate the consideration given to their well-being and the assistance they receive to manage their workload. They say that the school has a tangible sense of ‘community’.”
The ideal candidate will:
• Have excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Be an effective classroom practitioner
• Be committed, organised , collaborative and proactive
• Be committed to establishing high standards of attainment, progress and behaviour, both in the classroom and around school
• Use formative and summative assessment to identify priorities
• Be a professional and positive role model
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders and fellow professionals
• Use IT to support teaching and learning
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to making a whole school impact
• Promote diversity, equity and inclusion
Experience and qualifications:
• Qualified Teacher status
• Applications from experienced teachers and ECTs are equally welcome
We can offer you:
• A school where every individual’s well-being is paramount
• The opportunity to join an excellent, happy and supportive team
• Collaborative year group teams
• Commitment to your own personal and professional development
• Opportunities to innovate and lead (including through short term projects)
To find out more about our school, you can visit the school website.
To arrange a visit on either Friday 18th September (4pm) or Tuesday 22nd September (4.30pm), or for an informal conversation about the role please email the school office using the following email subject title: Class Teacher Vacancy - Enquiry
Alternatively, shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity able to look around the school on the day of the interview.
Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd October 2026 at 12pm midday
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by: The week commencing 5th October 2026
Interviews will take place on: Friday 9th October 2026
Holymead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including those related to ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
The successful candidate will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Our Safeguarding and Child protection Policy can be found on our school website.
We value a diverse workforce, welcoming applications form all sections of the community