Start date
June 2026 (subject to pre-start checks)
Contract term
Maternity cover fixed term contract
Working hours
Full-time
Pay scale
Teachers Main Pay Scale
Salary range (per annum)
£32,916 - £45,352
Location
Twynham Primary School
Key Stages
Key Stage 1
Key Stage 2
Reports to
Headteacher
Suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)?
No
We are looking for an excellent teacher with high expectations of both themselves and children, fantastic classroom management skills and the desire to contribute fully to the wider life of the school. The role is to start in June 2026 and is to cover maternity leave.
The first priority for all teachers is to provide quality first teaching to meet the needs of all children in their class or intervention group. Teachers are responsible for the pastoral and academic progress of each child in their class/group, making use of the school's systems for assessment and tracking pupil progress.
Responsibilities of the post include the pastoral role of being a class teacher; working with a learning support assistant on occasions; contributing to the fuller life of the school; supporting school policies on behaviour and attendance.
At Twynham Primary School we recognise that each child is different and we pride ourselves on ensuring that we teach children from their starting points. Laying the foundations for future learning is important to us, and each child at Twynham Primary School will have a very clear understanding of their learning skills, applying them in all areas of learning both academic and social.
We are a member of Twynham Learning - an exciting multi-academy trust of ambitious infant, junior and secondary schools serving the local community. Its aim is to offer this generation of children, young people and those involved in their education the very best leadership, teaching and learning, professional development and support services.
We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:
* be immersed in the life of a busy school
* work alongside a team of hardworking, committed and caring colleagues
* teach classes of well-behaved and motivated pupils
* promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies
What We Can Offer You
* An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families
* An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership
* Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
* A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
* Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
* A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
* The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
* The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
* Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme
* Free on-site parking
Who We Are Looking For
* We would love to hear from you if you have:
* Qualified Teacher Status
* Experience of classroom teaching in Key stage 1 and key stage 2
* Recent experience of pupils with differing educational needs
* Ability to relate to children in and out of the classroom
You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:
* Aim high
* Keep improving
* Don't leave anyone behind
* See the bigger picture
Any questions?
Please email at
How To Apply
To apply for this vacancy, please submit a
Job Application Form
and Diversity Questionnaire
by email to:
Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here:
The closing date for applications is
Friday 6 March 2026 at 8am
.