Part Time Class Teacher - Upperthong J&I School

Required from September 2026 to cover the maternity leave of the current post holder.

Working Days: Weds - Thursday (3 days)

(Not expected to go beyond 20th July 2027)

The children, staff, parents and governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated primary practitioner to join our school from September 2026. With class teaching responsibility for Y1, we are looking for someone who:

• is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong commitment to raising standards;
• is a team player with effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills;
• is supportive of our School ethos and values;
• is hard working and flexible, has a sense of humour and truly enjoys working with children;
• has very high expectations of achievement and behaviour

In return we offer:

• happy, highly motivated children who are well behaved, responsive and eager to learn
• a learning community where excellence is our goal
• friendly, hardworking and supportive colleagues
• a thriving, forward-looking and supportive team who are continuously striving for high levels of success for every child
• an enthusiastic, well informed and committed Governing Body

This is an excellent opportunity to join an amazing school.

Ofsted February 2023: ‘Pupils flourish at Upperthong Junior and Infant School. Relationships between adults and pupils are kind and respectful. Leaders have provided a broad and interesting curriculum for all pupils. They make sure this includes those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school.’

Upperthong JI School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Applications are welcome from newly qualified teachers and those with teaching experience. We are able to support staff who are Early Career Teachers.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged; appointments can be made by contacting the school - Tel 01484 683176 For further information about our fabulous school please visit our website: www.upperthongschool.co.uk

Completed forms should be returned directly to the Headteacher at school by  4pm on Friday 15th May 2026 - carolyn.littlewood@upperthongschool.co.uk .

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 1st June 2026. 

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form