Teacher

The Harbour Schools Partnership; Exeter; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Willowbrook Primary School is seeking an inspirational Primary School Teacher to join our dedicated school team. This fixed-term position is 1.0 FTE, 39 weeks per year until 14 February 2027, Monday to Friday.

The role requires delivering high-quality teaching in line with the Teachers’ Standards. As a teacher you will plan, deliver and assess lessons, monitor progress, report to parents and contribute to school improvement.

Qualifications

• Essential: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• Recent successful teaching experience in EYFS/KS1/KS2.
• Strong behaviour management and high-quality teaching knowledge.
• Ability to teach all abilities and use ICT effectively in lessons.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ needs.
• Lead by example to maintain high behaviour and achievement.
• Monitor pupil progress and use data to inform planning and targets.
• Report to parents and contribute to school improvement.

Skills

QTS or ECT

Primary teaching experience

Behaviour management

ICT in lessons

Communication skills

Job description

Salary: MPS - UPS - £34,069 - £52,835 FTE

Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 1.0 FTE, 39 weeks per year until 14th February 2027 (Monday to Friday)

Willowbrook Primary School are seeking an inspirational Primary School Teacher to join our dedicated school team. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about delivering high‑quality teaching and helping every child achieve their full potential.

About the Role

As a Teacher, you will deliver high‑quality teaching and learning in line with the Teachers’ Standards.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparing and teaching engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs
• Leading by example to secure high standards of behaviour, motivation and achievement
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, using data to inform planning and target‑setting
• Reporting to parents and contributing to school improvement processes
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with support staff and colleagues across the school
• Contributing to performance management, training, and whole‑school initiatives
• Upholding school values, behaviour expectations and community ethos

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who can bring positivity, professionalism and a strong commitment to children’s learning.

Essential attributes include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an ECT
• Recent successful teaching experience in EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Strong behaviour management skills and understanding of high‑quality teaching and learning
• Ability to teach pupils of all abilities and use ICT effectively in lessons
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community

Desirable attributes include:

• Experience leading a curriculum area
• Excellent ICT skills and ability to contribute to policy development
• Experience teaching across multiple primary key stages
• Ability to organise extra‑curricular activities

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a supportive, forward‑thinking school team that values collaboration, creativity and shared success. We offer:

• Opportunities to influence practice and contribute to whole‑school improvement
• A commitment to staff development and CPD
• A positive, inclusive school ethos and welcoming community

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19th October 2026, interviews will be held on 21st October 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.