Townhill Community Primary School: Full time Teacher

About our school:

At Townhill Community School, we are proud to be at the heart of our community, driven by our vision of Putting Children First. We are committed to supporting the social, emotional and academic development of every child in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

We are proud of our school and the curriculum pedagogy we have developed which ensures learning is authentic and play-based, responsive to the needs of our children and driven by the 'Three Enablers' - enabling adults, engaging experiences and effective environments.

This post is temporary in the first instance, with the vision of a permanent contract following the first year if possible.

The Role:

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, reflective and highly flexible teacher to join our committed and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who is committed to inclusive education and who believes that strong relationships are at the heart of successful teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher who understands the importance of meeting the needs of all learners through high-quality universal provision. They will recognise the significance of the Three Enablers in supporting children's progress, wellbeing and engagement and will actively embed these within their daily practice.

At Townhill, Universal Learning Provision is central to our approach. We are looking for a teacher who takes this responsibility seriously and who is committed to creating an environment where every child feels valued, included and able to thrive. The successful candidate will have high expectations for all learners and demonstrate a genuine commitment to equity, inclusion and child-centred practice.

What we are looking for:
The successful candidate-

• Is a dynamic and flexible classroom practitioner with the ability to adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs of learners
• Has a strong understanding of inclusive pedagogy and universal learning provision
• Understands and values the importance of the Three Enablers in supporting children's development and achievement
• Places relationships at the centre of their practice and sees positive relationships as the key behaviour management strategy
• Is committed to fostering positive, trusting and respectful relationships with children, families and the wider school community
• Demonstrates creativity, resilience and a willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team
• Has high aspirations for all children and is committed to ensuring every child achieves success

What we offer:

• Enthusiastic, caring and resilient children
• A supportive and forward-thinking staff team
• A strong commitment to professional learning and development
• A school community that values inclusion, relationships and wellbeing
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families

Key expectations:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging learning through play and exploration
• Create stimulating environments that promote curiosity and independence
• Support children's social, emotional and developmental needs
• Work collaboratively to continuously improve pedagogy and provision based on the children's needs
• Uphold the school's commitment to "Putting Children First"

If you are interested in applying and would like to visit the school, you are welcome to attend a walk-around at 4pm on Monday, 1 June 2026. Unfortunately, we are unable to facilitate visits outside of this window. If you are unable to make this date, we will still be pleased to receive your application.

Application form - primary, secondary, special teachers ( Word doc, 117 KB )

Dates:

• Submit your application to the headteacher, Mr Owen ( [email protected] ), by 12:00 on Tuesday. 16-06-26
• Shortlisting on Friday 19-06-26, shortlisted candidates informed by 16:00 on 19-06-26
• Lesson observation (at your current school or at our school - details TBC) on Wednesday 01-07-26
• Interview on Thursday 02-07-26
• Successful candidate to be informed by 17:00 on Thursday 02-07-26

Please note: We welcome application from NQTs, in addition to more experienced teachers

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Last modified on 12 May 2026

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