Class Teacher (KS1) - Kennet Valley Primary School

Reading Borough Council; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennet Valley Primary School in Reading is seeking an outstanding KS1 Class Teacher from January 2027. The successful candidate will create a warm, inclusive classroom where every child’s efforts are valued and progress is celebrated.

Permanent post with both full‑time and part‑time options; ECTs welcome. We offer a supportive staff team, excellent CPD opportunities, and a strong emphasis on work‑life balance and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Permanent post; Full-time and Part-time positions considered.
• ECTs welcome.

Responsibilities

• Build a warm, respectful ethos with pupils, where every child’s efforts and achievements are valued.
• Be a good teacher who is reflective and always striving to improve and move forward.
• Be enthusiastic, approachable and have an open and positive attitude.
• Be both able and willing to share their own good practice and be open to developing this through implementing the advice of colleagues.

Job description

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Salary £32,916 to £51,048 Per year

Basis Full time

Job profile for Class Teacher (KS1) - Kennet Valley Primary School

Class Teacher (KS1) - Kennet Valley Primary School

Reading 18/11/2026

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Job details

Salary £32,916 to £51,048 Per year Contractual hours 32.5 Basis Full time Region Permanent / Full-Time Job category/type Early Years Services, Education, Schools, Teaching, Youth Work Date posted 04/11/2026 Job reference SCH3592 Attachments Teacher - Job Description.pdf

Job description

Permanent post - Full time and Part time positions considered – ECT’s welcome. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding class KS1 teacher from January 2027. The successful candidate will:

• Be able to build a warm, respectful ethos with pupils, where every child’s efforts and achievements are valued, and take pride in these.
• Be a good teacher who is reflective and always striving to improve and move forward.
• Be enthusiastic, approachable and have an open and positive attitude.
• Be both able and willing to share their own good practice and be open to developing this through implementing the advice of colleagues.

We are offering you:

• The opportunity to work in a ‘good’ school
• An experienced, friendly and supportive staff team.
• A positive and caring ethos with children at the heart of all we do.
• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• Our school is on an exciting upwards trajectorysupported by a talented and friendly SLT team
• Outstanding CPD opportunities
• Strong commitment to work life balance including PPA at home

Kennet Valley Primary School is an effective and inclusive school, with high expectations of all its children. We have a strong staff team, good relationships with parents and the local community, extremely supportive governors and positive links with our Local Authority. There are good facilities as well as extensive grounds that provide a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity for a hard working individual, who is committed to the progress of every child.

Kennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE.

All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches.

We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery.