Job Title: KS1 Teacher Salary: £32916 - £45352 per annum Hours: 32.50 Location: Defford and Besford CE Primary School Permanent We have a vacancy for a Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to work at our school. We are looking for someone who is an outstanding individual, committed to ensuring the children within their care achieves and makes good progress. Working with a mixed Year 1/2 class, the successful candidate will: Support the Christian ethos of our school Have high expectations for children’s progress and achievement Take an innovative and creative approach to curriculum planning Have a passion for developing children’s skills in reading, writing and mathematics Have a clear understanding and working knowledge of the 2014 National Curriculum and assessment Be able to relate to parents, governors and the wider community Be able to successfully work alongside the whole team, communicating effectively. Defford and Besford CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care. Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents. Application Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026 Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 Attached documents Job description KS1 teacher Defford May 2026.pdf KS1 Person Spec Defford May 2026.pdf