KS2 Teacher

School: Lift East Wichel
Location: Staldon Road, East Wichel, Wichelstowe, Swindon SN1 7AG
Salary: M1 (£32,916) - UPS3 (£51048) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: September

An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' school, this is a rare opportunity to work for East Wichel Community Primary School who have been awarded TES Primary School of the Year. We welcome applications from both early career teachers and experienced teachers.

Your new school
Lift East Wichel is an Ofsted-rated outstanding school and TES Primary School of the Year. We are proud of the high standards we set for our pupils and the supportive ambitious culture we have built for our staff. From April 2026, East Wichel joined Lift Schools, a national trust of 59 schools. This means we will retain our strong local identity while benefiting from the expertise, professional development and opportunities that come with being part of a large and ambitious trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming and high-performing team led by the Principal Paula Phillips, who has been at the school for over seven years and has created a culture where staff are supported to thrive and develop. There has never been a more exciting time to join our school.

The role
We are looking for a passionate KS2 teacher to teach our friendly and enthusiastic children. You will join a collaborative team committed to delivering excellent teaching through a rich, ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum. Our approach combines evidence-informed teaching with creativity, ensuring learning is both rigorous and engaging.

As a KS2 teacher you will be delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, facilitating a positive learning environment where all students feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. You will design engaging lessons, assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to raise standards of student attainment. Additionally, you will collaborate with other teaching staff, pastoral staff and parents to support the personal development of students, addressing their individual needs and promoting inclusivity

You will benefit from
- Excellent resources and support to deliver high-quality lessons
- A collaborative and experienced KS2 team
- A strong culture of professional development
- Access to Lift Schools' national network and CPD opportunities

We will review applications and interview ASAP so please apply or make contact ASAP.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.