Primary School Teacher - Job Share
Permanent, Part time, 0.5FTE
Salary Range: M1 - M6 £32,916 - £45,352 pro rata
Start Date: tbc
This is not just any school. This is Gilthill Primary School where we ‘Inspire today’s children to embrace tomorrow’s challenges’
The Governors, staff and children of our friendly and welcoming school are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Primary School Teacher to join our experienced team on a permanent job-share basis (2.5 days per week).
Gilthill Primary School is a warm, vibrant and inclusive school, well respected within the local community. We are fortunate to be based in a modern, purpose-built building with spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments that support high-quality teaching and learning. At the heart of everything we do are strong relationships with our children and families, and all staff are expected to model and promote our shared values of being Ready, Respectful and Safe.
We have a strong commitment to high-quality oracy practice, recognising the vital role that speaking and listening plays in children’s learning, confidence and future success. Oracy is embedded across our curriculum and daily practice, ensuring children are taught to articulate their thinking, listen respectfully and communicate effectively.
We are seeking a teacher who:
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Has a passion for teaching and a commitment to high-quality learning experiences
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Holds high expectations and believes every child can succeed
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Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop their practice
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Has strong interpersonal skills and enjoys working collaboratively
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Values oracy, inclusion and positive relationships
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Brings warmth, creativity and a good sense of humour to the role
Whether you are an experienced practitioner or at an earlier stage in your teaching career, you will be supported to grow and thrive as part of our team.
In return, we offer:
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A welcoming, supportive and experienced staff team and Governing Body
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Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who love learning
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Strong partnerships with families and the wider community
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High-quality professional development through the East Midlands Education Trust and our local family of schools
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A school culture that values collaboration, wellbeing and continuous improvement
If you feel you could contribute to our very special school and help continue our Gilthill journey, ensuring every child reaches their full potential and is inspired to embrace tomorrow’s challenges, we would love to hear from you.
On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.
Visits to Gilthill Primary School are warmly encouraged. We believe the best way to understand our ethos and values is to experience them first-hand. Please contact the Office Staff on 0115 919 0611 or email [email protected].
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.
Closing date for applications: 01 October 2026
Interviews to take place: 12 October 2026
