Class Teacher – Southcote Primary School

Local Government South East; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed PPA time

Continued professional development

Supportive leadership team

Friendly pupils

Job summary

Reading Borough Council in Reading is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to join Southcote School on a fixed term basis from January 2027 to September 2027. The post is full time (1.0 FTE) and offers a supportive team, safeguarding commitment, and opportunities for professional development.

The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher with the ability to raise standards, inspire students and collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the school.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to raising standards
• The enthusiasm to motivate and inspire children and staff
• A desire to collaborate and develop professionally

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Commitment to raising standards

Motivate and inspire pupils and staff

Collaborate and develop professionally

Job description

Reading Borough Council
Fixed Term (January 2027 to September 2027) – Full time – 1.0 FTE

• Fixed Term
• Full Time
• Temporary
• Reading
• Posted 4 days ago
• £34,069 to £46,940 Per year £ / Year
• Closes: 24 November 2026

Website Reading Borough Council
Fixed Term (January 2027 to September 2027) – Full time – 1.0 FTE

ECTs and experienced teachers welcome to apply

We have an exciting position for an enthusiastic teacher to join our friendly supportive team at Southcote School. We have a lovely, hardworking team of staff and delightful pupils who deserve the best people working with them.

The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher and will have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to raising standards
• The enthusiasm to motivate and inspire children and staff
• A desire to collaborate and develop professionally

We Offer

• Guaranteed PPA time with your team weekly
• Continued professional development opportunities
• A supportive leadership team
• Enthusiastic and friendly children
• Supportive and caring staff

For more information please visit: www.southcoteprimary.co.uk or call 0118 937 5533 or email [e-mail]

Applications considered on receipt

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, appropriate references and health clearance.

The Kennet Federation aspires to be an actively anti-racist organisation. We recognise our aspiration as ongoing, involving collective commitment and accountability. We welcome employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate our cultural diversity and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity.

We encourage candidates who share our ambition to apply, and we welcome applications from those with protected characteristics