Class Teacher (Early Years Preferred)

Are you passionate about creating exceptional learning experiences and securing strong foundations for children to thrive?

Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious school community where children are known, valued and encouraged to be kind, be curious and be their best. Positive relationships, high expectations and a strong sense of belonging underpin everything we do. Our children are enthusiastic, engaged and proud of their school, and staff work collaboratively to create a culture where everyone is supported to thrive. As a larger-than-average primary school with 340 children aged 3 to 11, we benefit from a modern, well-resourced environment and extensive grounds that enrich children's learning and development.

For more information about our school please visit our website:

https://www.mapperleyplainsprimaryschool.co.uk/

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint a talented and committed class teacher to join our team. Whilst we are particularly interested in applications from teachers with a passion for Early Years, we welcome applications from talented practitioners across the primary age range who share our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and ensuring every child succeeds.

We are looking for a teacher with a genuine passion for early learning and securing strong foundations for all children. You will be committed to creating an engaging, language rich environment where children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

As a class teacher at Mapperley Plains, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching that enables all children to achieve well
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and support progress
• Provide an inclusive classroom where all children, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils, are supported to succeed
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan, refine and develop practice
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

Safeguarding

Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We have a strong safeguarding culture where the welfare of children is paramount.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance and safer recruitment practices.

How to Apply

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or discuss the role further, please contact the school office on 0115 964 9360.

Tour Dates (please confirm attendance with the school office):

• Thursday 4 June at 11:00am
• Friday 5 June at 4:00pm
• Tuesday 9 June at 1:15pm
• Thursday 11 June at 4:00pm

Application closing date: Sunday 14 June 2026 (midnight)
Shortlisting: Monday 15 June 2026
Interviews: Friday 19 June 2026

Completed application forms should be returned by email to:
office@mapperleyplains.notts.sch.uk