Class Teacher

Your opportunity 

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? William Morris Primary School is looking for an exceptional Year 2 Teacher to join our thriving and supportive team. You'll be teaching a class of highly engaged, motivated children, with the opportunity to inspire a love of learning in an environment that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and success.

We are ideally seeking someone to start in January, but we’re happy to consider a later start date, including after Easter, for the right candidate.

At William Morris, you'll join a school with a passion for high-quality teaching and learning. Our supportive and approachable Outstanding-rated Senior Leadership Team is committed to helping every teacher thrive. Whether you’re at the start of your career or an experienced professional, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow, develop, and make a meaningful impact.

What we are looking for in a candidate:

We’re seeking a teacher who is:

• A collaborative team player but also confident working independently.
• Committed to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practices.
• Able to create engaging, purposeful learning experiences that excite and inspire pupils.
• Passionate about the learning and welfare of children.
• Values-driven, with high expectations of achievement and behaviour for themselves and others.
• Ready to take the next step in their professional development and career progression.

About the Banbury Cluster

As part of the Banbury Cluster of schools, you’ll benefit from a close-knit community of four schools that share expertise, resources, and best practices. This collaborative model enhances learning opportunities for our pupils and provides professional growth for our staff.

Our cluster includes:

• William Morris: A well-established, Outstanding one-form entry school.
• Hardwick: A vibrant, one-form entry primary school.
• Longford Park: An innovative, Outstanding nursery-to-Year 6 school.
• Cherry Fields: A dynamic, Outstanding new-build nursery-to-Year 4 school.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please review the Job Description and Person Specification for more details. We can’t wait to welcome someone who is as passionate about children’s education as we are!

Apply now and become a part of the William Morris family—where every day is an opportunity to inspire, engage, and grow.

The Details 

Salary: MPR/UPR (£31,650 - £49,084 FTE) Dependant on experience

Contract Type : Permanent

Start date: January 2025

Closing date for applications:  Sunday 29 December

Interview date: TBC with shortlisted candidates

Candidates may be shortlisted and invited to interview before the closing date.