Class Teacher

Job Introduction

Blanford Mere Primary School

Class Teacher

Are you looking for a new opportunity in your career?

We are looking to appoint an excellent and affective teacher who is committed to working with the school community (Governors, Senior Leadership Team, Staff, Parents and children) to continue to improve our high standards of achievement.

We can offer you: -

• A ‘Good’ school (Ofsted February 2023)
• Highly motivated staff and knowledgeable governors
• A leadership team whose focus is on improving outcomes for our children
• Children who value learning and supportive parents
• A thorough Induction programme to support staff new to our school
• An ethos of valuing staff and their Professional Development
• A stimulating learning environment which is conducive to learning

 We would like a teacher who: -

• Is a good teacher with the ability and desire to improve their practice 
• Has high expectations of themselves and others 
• Has knowledge of the EYFS Curriculum & National curriculum and statutory assessment procedures
• Has a proven record of good teaching which resulted in good attainment and progress for children
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is willing to share classroom practice with others
• Be highly organised, motivated and flexible with the ability to inspire and challenge children
• Promote the vision and values of the school, demonstrating high professional standards. 

Closing date for applications is: - Wednesday 20th May 2026 at 9am

Shortlisting: - Wednesday 20th May 2026

Interview and lesson observation: - Thursday 21st May 2026 

Tour dates: - Friday 15th May 2026 at 9.30am or 3.45pm

References will be sought for the short-listed candidates as part of the recruitment process.  

Blanford Mere is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete and enhanced DBS.

If you have any queries then please contact the school on 01384 818365

We look forward receiving your application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.  

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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