Larchfield Primary and Nursery School is seeking to appoint a Year 1 class teacher to join our School Family. This post will be for a maternity cover.

Visits to the school are highly encouraged where we can show you that ‘Pride in the Badge runs deep at Larchfield’ (Ofsted 2019) and ‘A strong, inclusive ethos is at the heart of this school.’ (Ofsted 2025)

The successful candidate will:

• Be enthusiastic about teaching and learning, making it engaging and practical.
• Have excellent classroom practice with high expectations for achievements and behaviour.
• Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum, particularly using our great outdoor space.
• Have high expectations for themselves and their children to ensure that they all achieve their very best.
• Possess a positive outlook and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our school.
• Possess a good knowledge of teaching Phonics.

As a school we offer:

• Being part of a small, caring environment and School Family.
• A highly supportive staff body.
• Children who display the school value and support each other through pupil voice and being Well-being Champions.
• An inclusive environment for all pupils.
• A vibrant and well-resourced learning environment, both inside and out.
• High quality, thought-out learning environments for all.
• A commitment to training and professional development.

We are a one-form-entry school on a post-war estate, where diversity and our children are central to everything we do.

We go the extra mile for our children and families. Our children enjoy learning and are offered a well-rounded curriculum with many opportunities to enhance their experiences.

You will make an impact. You’ll work hard but develop as a teacher and make a huge difference in our children’s lives.

We warmly welcome candidates to contact the school asap to talk with the Headteacher about what drives our school.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact us on 01628 622522 or email larchfield@larchfieldschool.co.uk.

The application form is available on the school website www.larchfieldschool.co.uk.

Interviews to be held on receipt of suitable application.

Larchfield Primary & Nursery School
Bargeman Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 2SG
Tel: 01628 622522

THE ROYAL BOROUGH OF WINDSOR & MAIDENHEAD

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. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service. check will be sought from the successful candidates.