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Foundry Lane Primary School · Southampton · Southampton

Job description

Are you an inspiring, child centred teacher who believes that every pupil deserves excellence? Foundry Lane Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our warm, supportive and forward‑thinking team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference, thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school where pupils feel valued, motivated and supported to achieve their very best.

At Foundry Lane, children are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner with the drive, passion and skill to inspire and energise learning, while delivering high standards of pupil achievement and progress.

We are proud of our diverse and warmly inclusive community, where many languages, cultures and children with special educational needs learn together. Our pupils benefit from a creative, engaging and memorable curriculum that nurtures curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Embodies our Golden Rules: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Your Best

  • Is an exceptional classroom practitioner

  • Is committed to delivering exciting learning experiences in stimulating environments, both in and out of the classroom

  • Is an excellent team player who values collaboration

  • Understands the importance of strong relationships and uses relational and restorative practices to support children to be successful

  • Is highly motivated, inspirational and committed to professional learning

  • Is positive, reflective and deeply committed to inclusion

  • Understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and the wider community

  • Has a good sense of humour and the ability to think creatively

Applications are warmly welcomed from both Qualified Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

To gain a deeper understanding of our school, ethos and values, we warmly invite prospective applicants to visit us and experience life at Foundry Lane first‑hand.

If you are interested in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About this school

Foundry Lane Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Requires Improvement
Pupils
524
Avg teacher salary
£46,718
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.1:1
Academy trust
GATEWAY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Southampton, Southampton, SO15 3JT