Class Teacher - September 2026 (Maternity Cover)

Overview

Role Details

Be part of a school where you are valued, supported and inspired to make a difference - every single day.

At Bitterne Church of England Primary School, we believe great teaching changes lives. We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and reflective Class Teacher to join our team for a one-year maternity cover from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a warm, inclusive and ambitious school community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Rooted in our Christian values of Hope, Courage and Creativity, we are committed to nurturing confident, resilient learners who are ready to engage with the world around them.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our high expectations, brings energy and creativity to the classroom, and is driven to ensure that every child achieves their very best.

What makes this role special?

A genuinely warm and welcoming school where relationships matter
Children who are kind, curious and eager to learn
A supportive and collaborative staff team who work together and look out for one another
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing; you will be valued as a professional and as a person
Opportunities to grow, develop and refine your practice

We are looking for someone who will:

Create a vibrant, inclusive classroom where every child feels safe, valued and ready to learn
Inspire curiosity, independence and a love of learning through engaging and creative teaching
Set and maintain high expectations for both achievement and behaviour
Plan and deliver well-structured lessons informed by ongoing assessment
Adapt teaching effectively to meet the needs of all learners
Champion pupils’ wellbeing, resilience and confidence
Build strong partnerships with colleagues, parents and the wider community
Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills
Take safeguarding responsibilities seriously and ensure children’s safety is always a priority
Fully embrace and promote our ethos and values of Hope, Courage and Creativity

In return, we offer:

Enthusiastic, happy children who take pride in their learning
A welcoming and supportive parent community
A committed and experienced team who are passionate about education
High-quality professional development opportunities
A culture that actively supports wellbeing and work-life balance
Strong and supportive leadership and a dedicated governing body

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact Clare Horan (info@bitterneceprimary.net / 02380 499494) to arrange a visit.

Thursday 30^th April – 1:30pm
Thursday 30^th April – 4:00pm
Tuesday 5^th May – 9:00am
Wednesday 6^th May – 10:30am
Wednesday 6^th May – 4:00pm
Monday 11^th May – 4:00pm

We look forward to meeting you.

Jen Johnson
Headteacher

Salary & Benefits

Salary from £32916 to £45352 per year

Location

Bitterne Church of England Primary School
Brownlow Avenue
Bitterne
Southampton
SO19 7BX

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Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Please contact Clare Horan at info@bitterneceprimary.net or 02380 499494 to request an application pack or to arrange a visit. You can also download the application pack from our website. Completed applications should be sent to info@bitterneceprimary.net by the closing date.

Closing date: Wednesday 13^th May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 19^th May 2026

Safeguarding

Bitterne CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, prohibition check, childcare disqualification (where applicable), verification of qualifications, medical fitness, identity and right to work checks. All applicants will be required to provide references.

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