Reception / Year 1 Teacher (Part Time – 2 Days per Week) Old Hill Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and skilled teacher to join our hardworking team from September 2026. This is a part-time position working Thursdays and Fridays. The role will include 1 day in Reception and 1 day in Year 1. However, there may be some flexibility for an outstanding Key Stage 1 candidate, where both days could be based in Year 1. We are proud of our nurturing ethos, ambitious curriculum and commitment to providing memorable learning experiences for all pupils. We are looking for someone who is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning and who can nurture curiosity, confidence and independence within the Early Years and Key Stage 1. The successful candidate will: Be an excellent classroom practitioner Have high expectations for all pupils Be committed to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment Work effectively as part of a team Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents Have a good understanding of the EYFS and Key Stage 1 curriculum We can offer: Friendly and supportive staff Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development A welcoming environment where our values of Respect, Hard Work and Curiosity are at the heart of all we do Exciting outdoor learning opportunities through OPAL and our very own Forest School provision The opportunity to work closely alongside experienced and supportive colleagues Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and are an important part of the recruitment process, giving candidates the opportunity to experience the warm and welcoming environment at Old Hill Primary School. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged upon receipt of suitable applications. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website Old Hill Primary School - Home CV’s will not be accepted. If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact Kylie Raybould kraybould@oldhillprimaryschool.com. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications. Hours: 0.4 (2 days per week) Grade: Teachers Main Pay £32,916-£45,352 (Actual Salary £13,166 - £18,140 p.a.) Location: Old Hill Primary School, Lawrence Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands B64 6DR Closing Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 at 12pm Shortlisting: Wednesday 20th May 2026 in the afternoon Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026