Reception Class Teacher

BRACKNELL FOREST COUNCIL; Stanford Dingley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmans Water Primary School is seeking an inspirational, creative and passionate Reception Class Teacher for January 2027 to 31st December 2027 — initially a fixed-term contract for the year with a possibility of a permanent teaching role. We are looking for someone who can inspire and engage the minds of our children each day and to work with a talented, caring, dynamic and highly motivated staff team.

We are a school that is at an exciting time in its development, continually moving forward

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Enthusiastic, creative and motivated
• Excellent classroom practitioner with knowledge of how children learn
• Able to provide inspiring learning experiences for every child
• Team player, able to work with staff, parents and pupils
• Committed to raising standards and to professional development

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage the minds of our children each day
• Work with a talented, caring, dynamic and motivated staff team

Job description

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration form. To find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk, visit The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - Disability We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification. We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job. Pre-employment medical checks As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary, reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job. References On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible, we like to apply for these prior to interview. Employment Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.

Harmans Water Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational, creative and passionate Reception Class Teacher for JANUARY 2027 to 31st DECEMBER 2027 - initially a fixed term contract for the year with a possibility of a permanent teaching role.

We are looking for someone who can inspire and engage the minds of our children each day and to work with a talented, caring, dynamic and highly motivated staff team. We are a school that is at an exciting time in its development, continually moving forward whilst securing high standards and excellent rates of progress for all our children. We are looking for someone who is:

• passionate about teaching and learning
• enthusiastic, creative and highly motivated
• an excellent classroom practitioner with a real interest in and knowledge of how children learn
• able to provide exciting and inspiring learning experiences for every child in their care
• a team player, able to inspire and work in partnership with staff, parents and pupils
• committed to raising standards in learning and teaching and have high expectations of themselves and the children
• committed to personal and professional development

We can offer you:

• happy and motivated children who are keen to learn
• a caring, friendly environment where there is a genuine commitment to developing the whole child
• an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of all our learners
• supportive parents and Governors
• A welcoming, supportive, and dedicated staff team.