Job Description

Job Introduction

EYFS Class Teacher (Full Time) - ECT's invited to apply

Starting September 2025

Are you ready for a new challenge?
Have you ever had the opportunity to work in a brand-new school nursery?

Do you want to be part of an exciting journey?
At Overton CE Primary School, we're looking for a passionate, proactive EYFS class teacher to join our vibrant, expanding team as we open our nursery doors in September 2025.
As part of our founding year, you will join our Reception teaching team and you will work alongside other Teachers and Learning Support Assistants to collaborate and give our children the best possible start to their learning journey at Overton.
This is your chance to play an integral role in shaping our school culture, curriculum, and community from the very start!

What we offer:

A unique opportunity

to be part of our school An opportunity to

create and develop a curriculum

that prepares children for the future A

brand-new, purpose-built learning environment

designed to inspire A

values-led, aspirational school

with a strong belief in the development of the whole child A

dynamic

and

exciting

working environment where you can grow professionally A

supportive network

of colleagues

We're looking for someone who:

Is

passionate

, positive, and has a can-do attitude Is a

great teacher

with the initiative and collaborative spirit to thrive in a growing 2-form entry school Will promote a

love of learning

and an

excitement about coming to school each day

Wants to work

collaboratively

and be a part of the team Has a desire to learn and grow as a teacher Works well with others, has excellent interpersonal skills, and approaches challenges with a sense of humour. Is committed to contributing to the

wider life

of the school and school community


For more information, please contact adminoffice@overton.hants.sch.uk

Interviews

will take place 18 and 19 June 2025.

We strongly encourage visits to the school

--we'd love to show you our setting and talk more about the role.

Applications should be submitted using the

Hampshire Teacher application form

; individual CVs will not be accepted. If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interviews prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

References

may be requested upon receipt of your application. If you prefer to delay reference checks until after shortlisting, please let us know.

Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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 checks along with other relevant employment checks.