Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
0.6 FTE hours per week – 3 days per week
Fixed term contract (maternity cover)
Starting date: September 2026 until February 2027
Gurnard Primary School, Baring Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8DS
Telephone: 01983 295713
Email: office@gurnardprimaryschool.co.uk
Website: www.gurnardprimaryschool.co.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Clemma Yardley
Gurnard Primary School is a large primary school set in a stunning coastal location. Our very successful Ofsted report highlighted many of the unique ways that we strive to ensure our pupils are successful learners. An exciting career opportunity exists for experienced or recently qualified teachers to join our team. We are looking for teachers who are passionate about teaching and who will bring energy, a hard working attitude and new ideas to our school. This post will be based in Key Stage 1.
We can offer you:
- An exciting, vibrant and rewarding place to teach.
- Happy, hard-working and motivated children who enjoy learning.
- A committed and highly collaborative staff team.
- Excellent professional development and support.
Closing date: 5th June 2026.
Interviews will be held on 10th June 2026.
Please visit our website or contact gurnardsbm@gurnardprimaryschool.co.uk for an application pack.
Gurnard Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to obtain enhanced DBS clearance. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
PLEASE NOTE: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.
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