Primary School Teacher - Job Share (0.5FTE)

East Midlands Education Trust; Dover; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Gilthill Primary School is seeking a passionate Primary School Teacher to join on a permanent job-share basis (2.5 days per week). The role is part time (0.5FTE) with a pro rata salary range of £32,916 to £45,352.

The Governors and staff welcome a warm, inclusive school in a modern building, emphasising oracy, collaboration and high expectations. The successful candidate will join an experienced team and commit to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and commitment to high-quality learning experiences.
• Holds high expectations and believes every child can succeed.
• Reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoys collaborating with others.
• Values oracy, inclusion and positive relationships.
• Brings warmth, creativity and a good sense of humour to the role.

Job description

Salary Range: M1 - M6 £32,916 - £45,352 pro rata

Start Date: tbcThis is not just any school. This is Gilthill Primary School where we ‘Inspire today’s children to embrace tomorrow’s challenges’

Primary School Teacher - Job Share Permanent, Part time, 0.5FTE Salary Range: M1 - M6 £32,916 - £45,352 pro rata Start Date: tbc This is not just any school. This is Gilthill Primary School where we ‘Inspire today’s children to embrace tomorrow’s challenges’. The Governors, staff and children of our friendly and welcoming school are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Primary School Teacher to join our experienced team on a permanent job-share basis (2.5 days per week). Gilthill Primary School is a warm, vibrant and inclusive school, well respected within the local community. We are fortunate to be based in a modern, purpose-built building with spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments that support high-quality teaching and learning. At the heart of everything we do are strong relationships with our children and families, and all staff are expected to model and promote our shared values of being Ready, Respectful and Safe. We have a strong commitment to high-quality oracy practice, recognising the vital role that speaking and listening plays in children’s learning, confidence and future success. Oracy is embedded across our curriculum and daily practice, ensuring children are taught to articulate their thinking, listen respectfully and communicate effectively.

We Are Seeking a Teacher Who

• Has a passion for teaching and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences
• Holds high expectations and believes every child can succeed
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop their practice
• Has strong interpersonal skills and enjoys working collaboratively
• Values oracy, inclusion and positive relationships
• Brings warmth, creativity and a good sense of humour to the role

Whether you are an experienced practitioner or at an earlier stage in your teaching career, you will be supported to grow and thrive as part of our team.

In Return, We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive and experienced staff team and Governing Body
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who love learning
• Strong partnerships with families and the wider community
• High-quality professional development through the East Midlands Education Trust and our local family of schools
• A school culture that values collaboration, wellbeing and continuous improvement

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date for applications: 01 October 2026

Interviews to take place: 12 October 2026