Inspirational and Creative Class Teacher Wanted

Are you passionate about excellent teaching and learning?
Do you want to be part of a caring, inclusive small school community?

If you believe in developing young people to be resilient, independent and curious lifelong learners, believe in focusing on the whole child and always putting the needs of the child first then Chaddleworth St Andrew’s and Shefford C.E. Federated Primary Schools need you!

Our vision of ‘living life in all its fullness’ is one where everyone aspires to reach their full potential. If you share our vision, we would welcome your application.

The post is part time at 0.88 fte, 4 days teaching, with PPA time, to teach KS1 (year 1 & 2 mixed class).

We offer:

• enthusiastic children who are ready to learn;
• an experienced and very dedicated staff;
• an educational philosophy that values lifelong learning supported by the Therapeutic Thinking approach;
• a well-resourced and attractive working environment, including outdoor leaning spaces;
• very supportive parents and local community;
• a highly committed and active Governing Board;
• opportunity for leadership development;
• School location within a 10 minute drive from J14 of the M4 and 15 minutes from Wantage.

We are looking for someone who:

• is an excellent and reflective classroom practitioner with high expectations for all children and young people;
• is able to demonstrate flexibility, excellent teamwork and a commitment to our school values;
• is professional, with infectious enthusiasm and resilience;
• values positive relationships with children and adults;
• is a calm and considered decision maker who pays attention to detail;
• can lead in a curriculum area;
• can support children, families and staff, and work closely with governors and external agencies;
• is committed to personal and school development.

We encourage any applicants to visit the school. Please contact the School Business Manager to arrange your visit.

All applications must use the Teacher Application form which can be obtained from the school.

Please contact finance@csf.w-berks.sch.uk to arrange your visit and obtain further information.

Applications considered on receipt.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 29th June, 2026
Interview date: Monday 6th July, 2026

All applications and responses must be completed personally by the applicant and not generated by AI.

Our Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider. We are an equal opportunities employer.