Class Teacher

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is looking for a dedicated Class Teacher to join Burman Infant School. This role, commencing in January 2026, is a full-time fixed-term position focused on Key Stage 1 education. Ideal candidates will be passionate about teaching and committed to fostering a positive learning environment. Offering competitive salary based on experience, this position is pivotal in shaping the educational experience of students in Solihull.

Benefits

Supportive community environment

Dedicated staff team

School visits with Headteacher available

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for teaching and a commitment to working in KS1.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude to make a difference.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, engage, and support young children.

Responsibilities

• Join a caring and dedicated team at Burman Infant School.
• Provide a safe, secure, caring and inclusive environment for students.
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and the community.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Organisational skills

Creativity

Ability to inspire and motivate

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Class Teacher - Burman Infant School

Employer: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Location: Solihull

Salary: £34,822 - £49,232 per annum

Closing date: 8 Oct 2025

Reference: SOL/TP/179/1636

Sector: Local Councils

Job Type: Schools / Academies - Teaching roles, Primary School, Key Stage 1

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Working Pattern: Standard

Hours: Full-Time

Job Details

Burman Infant School Class Teacher - Full Time / Fixed Term

Required from: January 2026

Hours: 32.5

Salary: Teachers Pay Scale MPS / UPS (based on experience)

ECTs need not apply

Are you an inspiring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Class Teacher? We are looking for you, to join our caring, skilled and dedicated team of staff at Burman. This position provides the valuable opportunity to work in a vastly improved school, that is committed to opportunity and achievement for all of our children.

We are a very happy, positive and popular infant school, situated just outside the centre of Shirley in Solihull. Burman Infant School enjoys close partnerships with parents, neighbouring schools and the wider community. Our aim is to 'provide a safe, secure, caring and inclusive environment in which children achieve their potential in all areas of the curriculum, and in their personal and social development'.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for teaching and is committed to working in KS1
• Is positive, enthusiastic and is committed to making a real difference
• Has the ability to inspire, motivate, engage, encourage and support young children
• Has competent organisational skills and enjoys working as part of a team
• Has a caring nature
• Is creative and offers inspiration

We will offer you:

• Children who "enjoy attending this school…have positive attitudes towards learning. They are keen to learn…enjoy coming to school and attend regularly." - Ofsted
• An experienced and dedicated staff team within a friendly and supportive community
• A welcoming, warm, happy and mutually supportive working environment

Informal discussions or school visits with the Headteacher are welcome and can be arranged through Mrs McVeigh, Office Manager.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8 October 2025 at 12:00 noon.

Interviews: Week commencing 13 October 2025.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions in this school will be subject to DBS checks.

Attached documents

• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Notes of Guidance for Applicants
• Application Form
• Recruitment Monitoring Form