The role
The Governors of Birchwood CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and motivated UKS2 class teacher, who will be a key member of a successful and hard-working team. We are seeking to appoint someone who is energetic, talented and ambitious and who can inspire, motivate and support both children and colleagues, within our school setting. This is a full-time fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.
The right candidate will have high expectations of themselves and others and is passionate about providing the highest quality of education. If you are committed with a flair for ‘quality first teaching, a love of learning and would like to join our school family, then Birchwood CE Primary is the school for you.
Applicants will need to:
1. Strive for excellence in all that they do and believes in our Christian ethos.
2. Be a committed individual with a clear vision and strong commitment to the Christian Ethos who will further develop this ethos of the school through personal example.
3. Have outstanding teaching skills which motivate and inspire children.
4. Be a reflective practitioner, who has high expectations and can create a stimulating, organised and informative learning environment.
5. Demonstrate a commitment to establishing high expectations and ensuring continuous progress and school improvement.
6. Engage in all aspects of school life.
7. Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to develop effective relationships with parents and the wider school community.
We can offer the successful candidate:
8. A welcoming, caring and fully inclusive ethos
9. A committed, hardworking and supportive Headteacher and Governing Body
10. Happy pupils who demonstrate excellent behaviour and first-rate attitudes to learning
11. A caring and committed staff who strive to ensure all children achieve their potential
12. Access to high quality CPD and support for your ongoing professional development.
13. An exciting and effective curriculum
How to apply
Please visit for the application pack which includes job description and person specification. Please returned application forms via email tofor the attention of Mr S Latham.
Birchwood CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Key dates
Closing date for applications: Monday 08 December 2025 at 12 noon
Short listing: Monday 08 December 2025 (pm) – you will be contacted by telephone or by email as soon as a decision has been made.
Lesson Observations will take place: Wednesday 10 December 2025 (am)
Interviews will take place: Friday 12 December 2025 (pm).
Required for: Monday 23 February 2026