Class Teacher-Maternity Cover (Fixed Term Contract, to cover maternity leave, required from 1 September 2026 for 12 months or sooner depending on the return of the post holder.)
September 1st 2026 - August 31st 2027
Main Scale (M1-M6)
The Governors are seeking to appoint an excellent class teacher at Portishead Primary School. This role is fixed term in the first instance, pending a review of staffing for September 2026. This role could be in any year groups in KS1 or KS2. Decisions will be made about year group placement following appointment and in discussion with the successful candidates. Please specify your current areas of expertise in your application. We particularly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.
We are looking to appoint a teacher who:
is ambitious, not only for themselves but for all pupils, particularly our most disadvantaged and SEND pupils
shows commitment to inclusive practice and ensuring the social and emotional wellbeing of children through a nurturing approach?
is an excellent team player and is able to work in collaboration with their partner teacher, support team and Senior Leadership Team
is dedicated and passionate about transforming the lives of children through their education
excels at developing strong relationships with others, including children, staff and parents
demonstrates flexibility, relishes challenge, and is driven to progress their career in teaching
has excellent behaviour management skills and is committed to delivering our behaviour curriculum
is creative and driven to create engaging, fun and inspirational lessons for their class
We can offer you:
Happy, well-behaved, hard-working and enthusiastic pupils
An inclusive school committed to nurturing all pupils through the development of strong relationships
A school that is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the best possible educational experience every day
An experienced, supportive staff team with a wide range of skills who are keen to learn and develop their own practice
A progressive, well resourced curriculum with a shared pedagogy
An inclusive team committed to staff and pupil wellbeing
A comprehensive and ambitious CPD offer to support the school’s journey forwards
A leadership team who will encourage you and support your continued development.
Access to the comprehensive LSP staff training and benefits programme.
All applicants are advised to refer to the job description and specification before submitting an application. Please submit an online application using the link below.
Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.
Please contact the school office to arrange a tour and meeting with the headteacher.
Visits with the headteacher are strongly encouraged:
Friday 24th April 9am
Monday 27th April 9:45am
Wednesday 29th April 4:30pm
The closing date for applications is 9AM Friday 1st May, with interviews to be held Wednesday 6th May.
Attachments
(see attached job pack)
Safeguarding Statement:
The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.
A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the Trust website. We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.