About Us & The Role At Race Leys Infant School, we cater for children from 4 years to 7 years. We are a happy, forward-thinking school, passionate about ensuring all children have access to the highest quality education in a safe and stimulating environment. This is an exciting time to join the Race Leys Infant School family. Following our recent Ofsted inspection, where we were graded Expected across all areas and recognised as being strong in inclusion, we are building on this positive foundation as we develop our school. Inclusion is not an add-on at our school — it is central to who we are and underpins every aspect of our practice. Ofsted shared “Leaders also prioritise staff's wellbeing, fostering a positive and supportive culture” and “Pupils and staff are happy to be part of such a special place.” The position is available from 1st September 2026, on a 2-year fixed term contract in the first instance. We are seeking to employ a nurturing, enthusiastic and creative classroom practitioner to join our team to help all of our learners thrive. If you are motivated, committed to high standards with high expectations for both attainment and achievement with a desire to make a difference in the lives of our children, please apply. The successful candidate will: • Have a creative approach to teaching and learning that will inspire, challenge and motivate all learners to reach high levels of achievement. • Is, or has the potential and motivation to become, an outstanding practitioner. • Can offer proven good or outstanding practice in teaching and learning in the Foundation Stage or KS1. • Has high expectations of children’s behaviour. • Is willing to contribute positively to the life of the school and its community. • Is nurturing, enthusiastic and creative. • Embraces change and innovation positively. • Has excellent communication and organisation skills. In return, we can offer: • A happy, friendly, nurturing and supportive school full of wonderful dedicated staff. • Well-motivated children with positive attitudes to learning. • A shared commitment from staff, parents and governors working together for the best possible outcomes, socially and academically, for our learners. • Excellent opportunities to develop professionally. Applications are welcome from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) as well as experienced teachers. We offer a comprehensive induction and mentorship programme for ECTs to ensure a positive start to their teaching career, alongside high-quality, ongoing professional development opportunities for more experienced staff. How to apply/ Additional Information Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For queries in regards to this post, please contact our Co-Headteachers, Jen Langtree and Louise Duncan at admin2614@welearn365.com The application pack is available to download from this site or can be requested from the school office (email admin2614@welearn365.com, Tel 024 76312221). Completed application forms to be sent and marked for the attention of Mrs L Grant, School Business Manager Race Leys Infant School Hurst Rd Bedworth CV12 8AD Or emailed to admin2614@welearn365.com Please note we do not accept CV's and will only accept the Warwickshire County Council school application form. We only accept applications made directly to school by candidates via our application process and not via recruitment agencies. Closing Date is 9am Friday 22nd May 2026 with shortlisting taking place straight after. Shortlisted candidates will be emailed and invited to interview by the end of the day 22nd May. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 3rd June 2026. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted further and invitations will be sent by email so please ensure you provide an email address in your application to be contacted on should you be shortlisted. RACE LEYS INFANT SCHOOL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. This post is subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check, a barred list check and Disqualification Declaration. The job role you are applying for is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).