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Fernvale Primary School is looking to appoint a dedicated and values-driven teacher to join our primary school as a KS1/2 Class Teacher. Whether you are an ECT at the start of your teaching journey or an experienced teacher seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for someone who:
✔ Is an inspirational classroom practitioner with high expectations
✔ Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
✔ Brings passion, energy and creativity to the curriculum
✔ Understands the importance of inclusion and meeting diverse needs
✔ Embraces our values and contributes positively to school life
✔ Reflects, learns and grows as part of a supportive, ambitious staff team
Key Responsibilities
As a Class Teacher:
• Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom environment
• Monitor and support the progress and wellbeing of all pupils
Suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers (Main Scale M1-M6)
Full Time | Fixed Term for 1 year initially | Start: 20th August 2026
For further information, please download the document “OWLS Academy Trust Information” and the job description for this post. Applications must be submitted using the OWLS Academy Trust Application Form (available in Word and PDF formats). Please email your application to the school by the deadline date.
Please specify in your application if you have Qualified Teacher Status.
School Tours are taking place on Wednesday 29th April at 11am and Thursday 7th May at 2pm and 4pm - please contact the school office to arrange this. If these times are not suitable, please contact the school office and we will endeavour to accommodate your request.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th May 2026 (12 noon)
Shortlisting: Friday 15th May 2026
Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026
Start date: Thursday 20th August 2026
If you have not heard from us by Tuesday 19th May 2026, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
The successful applicant will need to complete a DBS check before commencing work and references, including that from the most recent employer, will be taken.
Safeguarding Statement
Fernvale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search may be undertaken on shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding purposes. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
The OWLS TRUST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search may be undertaken on shortlisted candidates for safeguarding purposes, and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure form the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).