Class Teacher

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council invites applications for a full-time Class Teacher at Albert Pritchard Infant School and Wood Green Junior Federated Schools, starting January 2027. The successful candidate will have recent EYFS/KS1/KS2 experience and a commitment to safe, high-standard learning with strong communication and teamwork.

You will join a supportive leadership team, benefit from high quality CPD, and contribute to the wider life of the school, working with parents and the local

Qualifications

• Recent EYFS/KS1/KS2 class teaching experience.
• Commitment to safe, supportive learning environments and high standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Flexible, creative and committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and support all children to reach their potential.
• Participate in the life of the school and engage with parents.

Skills

EYFS/KS1/KS2 teaching experience

Job description

Teacher - Albert Pritchard Infant and Wood Green Junior Federated Schools

Employer
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Location
Albert Pritchard Infant and Wood Green Junior Federated Schools, Wednesbury WS10 9QG/WS10 9BW

Salary
Main Pay Range 1 - 6 (£32,916 - £45,352)

Closing date
30 Sep 2026

Reference
SANDED000007797

Sector
Education

Job Type
Schools / Academies - Teaching roles, Primary School, Other Subject Area

Contract Type
Permanent

Working Pattern
See advert details

Hours
Full-Time

Job Details

Class Teacher
Commencing from - January 2027

The Executive Head Teacher and Governors are seeking to appoint a full time Class Teacher commencing January 2027 at Albert Pritchard Infant School and Wood Green Junior Federated Schools. We are currently looking for experienced class teachers to join our friendly, inclusive, and supportive team. We are looking to appoint a teacher who has recent and relevant EYFS/KS1/2 class teaching experience, recognises the importance of providing a safe and supportive learning environment, has high expectations and a commitment to raising standards, has excellent communication skills, and enjoys working as part of a team, is flexible, creative, and committed to developing their expertise as a teacher, and is committed to the wider life of the school and working with parents and the wider community.

We are looking to appoint a class teacher who:

• Is inspirational and highly effective
• Is passionate about teaching and enabling all children to achieve their full potential
• Is a reflective practitioner committed to personal development and sharing great practice with colleagues
• Is positive and proactive
• Is willing to participate fully in the life of the school

We can offer:

• A leadership team that will support, encourage and develop you as a practitioner
• A supportive, friendly staff team
• Inspirational school grounds to enhance learning opportunities
• High quality CPD
• Motivated, enthusiastic children who love to learn
• A welcoming and supportive school community

Previous applicants need not apply for the role.

We hold the right to close this vacancy sooner than the closing date.

Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may come up during this search during the interview.

Please ensure application forms are signed when sending via email. If you are successful in being shortlisted for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date.

Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.

Interviews:
Week commencing Monday 5th October 2026

Required from January 2027 after safeguarding clearances obtained.

Completed application forms to be sent to - [e-mail]

Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE

Company

Learn more about this company

Visit this company's hub to learn about their values, culture, and latest jobs.
Visit employer hub