KS1 Teacher

Westmorlandandfurness; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in the UK seeks an enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teacher on a fixed term contract (0.4 FTE). The successful candidate will teach mixed age Y1/2 and lead a foundation subject area. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the school's values, possess strong teaching skills, and contribute to creating an inclusive environment. The position offers a supportive team atmosphere, and ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Show commitment to the vision and values of the school.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Have high expectations and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Foster good relationships with parents, pupils, staff, and professionals.
• Be flexible, well organized, and a good team member.
• Enable all children to reach their full potential.
• Be an inspirational role model involved in school life.
• Be open to new opportunities and professional development.
• Create an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach mixed age Y1/2 on Thursday and Friday (0.4 FTE).
• Lead a foundation subject area for the duration of the contract.
• Support the welfare of children and young people.

Job description

• Closing date for applications: Wednesday 2 July 2025
• Employer:VA

The Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher on a fixed term contract to join our Key Stage 1 team, teaching mixed age Y1/2, on a Thursday and Friday (0.4 FTE). It is hoped that the successful applicant will take responsibility for leading a foundation subject area for the duration of the contract.

St Martin and St Mary CE Primary School has a wonderful friendly team of staff who are totally dedicated to the children and our school. The staff are very hard working, highly motivated and happy in their jobs. Teamwork and support for colleagues is a very strong feature of the school.

The Vacancy: Key Stage 1 Teacher, FTC, 0.4 FTE. Expected start date 1st September 2025. This is a one year fixed term contract from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026 due to fluctuating pupil numbers.

The successful candidates will:

• Show commitment to the vision and values of St Martin and St Mary CE Primary School.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner
• Have high expectations as well as enthusiasm and passion for working with children
• Foster good relationships with parents, pupils, governors, colleagues and other professionals
• Be flexible, well organised and work well as a team member
• Enable all children to reach their full potential
• Be an inspirational role model, who will be fully involved in the life of the school
• Be open to new opportunities and professional development
• Create an inclusive environment

This school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check via the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Further details about the school, the post and application forms are available from the school office or our website: www.windermere.cumbria.sch.uk Enquiries are welcome through email or phone. A letter of application will also be required. This letter must contain additional information to support the contents of your application and be no longer than 2 sides of A4 and addressed to our Governing Body.

ECTs are welcome to apply.

The closing date for applications to be emailed to Sian Finlay is 12.00noon on Wednesday 2nd July 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of their success by Friday 4th July 2025. Interviews will be held on the morning of Monday 7th July 2025.

Visits to school are welcome. Please contact the school office to arrange this using the contact details above.

Contact St Martin & St Mary CofE Primary School

St Martin & St Mary CofE Primary School
Princes Road
Windermere
LA23 2DD