Class Teacher - Stokenchurch Primary School
Location: Stokenchurch
Overview
We are seeking two enthusiastic, committed and reflective teachers to join our friendly and supportive primary school and nursery from September 2026; both roles are fixed term contracts (one for maternity cover and one to cover a teacher moving into an acting SLT role).
This is an exciting opportunity to take responsibility for a well-established class from the beginning of the academic year and become a valued member of a dedicated staff team committed to providing the very best outcomes for our children.
We warmly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers and can offer a highly supportive environment in which to begin your teaching career. We are committed to professional development and provide high-quality mentoring, coaching and induction support to help teachers grow in confidence and develop their practice.
Salary: M1 – M6 (£32,916 - £45,352)
Contract: Fixed Term
Hours: Full time
Closing date: Monday 22nd June 2026
About us
We are a large primary school and nursery nestled within the Chilterns, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We have high expectations of our children and the whole school community and our strongly articulated values underpin all aspects of school life.
We provide a rich, innovative, creative and engaging curriculum in an environment where every child can thrive and is positively encouraged to ask questions, take risks and grow confidence.
We provide quality teaching and highly effective learning for every individual through innovative and creative activities which engage our children and inspire them to want to learn for themselves.
We can offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- A supportive induction programme
- Significant experience of mentoring ECTs
- A dedicated and experienced staff team
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
- Strong links with universities and ITT providers
- Opportunities to contribute to wider school life and develop professionally
- Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and respond well to strong relationships and clear routines
Website: https://www.stokenchurchprimary.co.uk/
About the role
- To fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document.
- To continuously meet the expectations set out in the Teacher’s Standards and support the school in its mission and ethos.
- To teach and develop a class of pupils, recognising their educational needs and achieving the highest possible standards for each child within every area of the Curriculum.
- To lead, organise and direct support staff within the classroom.
Please see attached Job description for further information.
About you
We are looking for someone who:-
- Has high expectations for all pupils
- Is committed to delivering engaging and effective teaching
- Demonstrates enthusiasm, resilience and a willingness to learn
- Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Shares our commitment to inclusion, and ensuring that every child succeeds
Please see attached Person specification for further information.
Other information
The closing date for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026, all applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to this deadline, therefore early applications are encouraged.
Further details of the post and an application pack are available on our website
Completed applications should be emailed to: [email protected]
Stokenchurch Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The school will conduct an online search when shortlisting as a part of our safer recruitment process. We value diversity and inclusivity, creating a welcoming workplace for all.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance issued by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
