Early Careers Teacher, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2

Required from September 2025.

“A Love of Learning Grows Here”

We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious first-year ECT who is currently undertaking teacher training ready to begin their ECT induction from September 2025. You will have a genuine commitment to inclusive and innovative education and a desire to develop as a teacher within a strong, supportive and caring team. 

At The Coombes you will have access to first-class training and mentoring which will enable you to develop your teaching skills within a proactive, supportive and fun team! At The Coombes we have wonderful children and dedicated staff that go the extra mile every day. 

We believe our school is the perfect school to begin your teaching career and we have a track record of ably supporting new teachers into the profession. Our school setting is incredible and includes woodland, ponds, a STEM Room, Music Room, Eco Room and even a swimming pool! All our teachers have allocated support staff in their classroom and you would have access to a wide range of networking and collaborate opportunities within our Trust Early Career Teacher network. 

The Coombes Primary School is a traditional two-form village school, located in the beautiful village of Arborfield, near Wokingham in Berkshire. Our pupils are encouraged to fulfil their true potential and be the best they can be. As a school, we recognise, celebrate and nurture the unique talents and skills of each individual child encouraging our children to foster a lifelong love of learning. Every child is known to every adult – we truly value our sense of family and community.

As a school within The Keys Academy Trust, the successful applicant will have access to a broad range of high quality professional development, broader knowledge from working alongside Trust colleagues, as well as benefit from career opportunities within The Trust.

We are looking for an ECT who:

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of what constitutes excellent teaching and learning
• Adapts teaching based on research driven development courses.
• Shows a commitment to ensuring equality of opportunity for all learners.
• Is reflective, open to feedback and driven to be an awesome teacher.
• Is a dedicated team player and works well as part of a high functioning team.
• Demonstrates optimism about children and expects the highest possible standards.

We offer:

• A passionate, driven and successful school where you will feel well supported in your role.
• A bespoke and tailored induction process as an ECT, working with the UCL accredited Teaching School and having a dedicated mentor and tutor within school to support your progression as a practitioner.
• School systems that are committed to ensuring that every child succeeds.
• Individualised professional development and career enhancement opportunities.
• A comprehensive Wellbeing package
• The support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team.

We welcome and encourage visits to our school. To arrange a visit please email the Operations Manager, Joanna Hardy, email: operations@coombes.wokingham.sch.uk. 

Application forms can be found in the work for us section of the school website: https://www.thecoombes.com. 

Application forms must be submitted by email with a letter of application to operations@coombes.wokingham.sch.uk. 

No CVs will be accepted.

Applications will be considered on receipt.

The Coombes CE Primary School
School Road, Arborfield Cross, Reading, Berkshire RG2 9NX
0118 9760751
operations@coombes.wokingham.sch.uk
www.thecoombes.com

The Keys Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check.