Class Teacher

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

EYFS Class Teacher @ Cambourne Campus - fixed term contract until July 2027

Required from November 2026

Closing date: 6th November

Pay Scale: MPS

Please note that the school may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.

Are you passionate about giving children the very best start to their school journey? Do you have the enthusiasm, creativity and dedication to inspire young learners and nurture a lifelong love of learning?

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School is seeking an outstanding Reception Class Teacher to join our supportive and forward-thinking Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping children's first experiences of school and laying the foundations for future success.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine passion for Early Years education and a strong understanding of child development.
• Create a warm, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child feels valued and can thrive.
• Maintain high expectations for all children and believe that every child can succeed.
• Be committed to delivering a rich, exciting and child-centred curriculum that inspires curiosity, creativity and independence.
• Make the most of every opportunity to provide high-quality first-hand experiences that develop children's confidence, communication and love of learning.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative team, building positive relationships with colleagues, parents and the wider school community.

At Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School, we pride ourselves on creating an enriching environment for both our pupils and our staff.

Here's what you can expect when you join our vibrant community:

• Happy, confident children who are eager to learn, behave well and take pride in their school.
• A highly inclusive and exciting school where innovation, creativity and individuality are celebrated.
• A dedicated and supportive Early Years team committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for every child.
• A cohesive and caring staff team who value collaboration, reflection and professional growth.
• Excellent support from parents, governors and our local school partnerships.
• High-quality professional development opportunities to support your career progression and personal growth.
• A school that places children's wellbeing, belonging and achievement at the heart of everything it does.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed teacher who is ready to make a real difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help create the foundations for a lifetime of learning!

Visits to our school are strongly advised so prospective candidates can have a full understanding of our unique school.

We would welcome applications from teachers on the main pay scale. If you would like to discuss this opportunity further or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01954210070 or email our School Business Manager, Catherine Mitchell - sbm@hardwick.cambs.sch.uk

The full application pack can be accessed and downloaded from our school website www.hardwickandcambourneprimary.co.uk

Hardwick and Cambourne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children in our care. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. In our school we create a culture of safeguarding vigilance which is the responsibility of all staff.

When applying for a post at Hardwick and Cambourne Primary school, you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows:

If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you in an envelope marked confidential

All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search

During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked with include questions about safeguarding children

All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list