Job Description

About the team we are recruiting to

The governors of Wyken Croft Primary School are excited to offer a part time teaching position within KS1 commencing as soon as possible.

We are

A large primary school with the heart of a small school where everyone matters, every day. Able to provide tailored Induction and on-going CPD. A supportive and welcoming school where children are excited to learn. Looking for a class teacher who is keen to join our experienced team at an exciting time.

What is the job role?

The successful candidate will need to:-

Undertake the professional duties of a school teacher as outlined in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document. As a primary teacher, to teach pupils in the age range of 3 - 11 years. Ensure high-quality teaching, effective use of resources and the highest standards of learning, achievement and behaviour for the pupils in your year.

This post is 15 hours per week.


Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will need to:

Be passionate about learning and be able to demonstrate outstanding teaching leadership. Be an outstanding classroom practitioner and have a clear vision for further development of the curriculum. Have a deep understanding of the needs of different children and be passionate about providing the very best for all children in our school. Have a clear understanding of Safeguarding and the role of a leader in this process. Play a role in organisation and school policy development. Have the personality, drive and energy to motivate and support everyone within our learning community.

Closing Date for applications:- 16th September 2025


Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,

an online search may form part of this recruitment process.


Our Values

Wyken Croft provides an excellent environment for all of the stakeholders of the school. We are a large primary school in Coventry, with the heart of a small school where everyone matters, every day. We pride ourselves on knowing each child and family individually allowing our children to achieve their maximum potential. We have our 'Seven Steps to Success' embedded within our culture which we believe enable our children to be happy, engaged and positive about their futures, striving to be the very best they can be.