Job description
Full time position - 1.0 FTE -Required from October half term or January 2027 - Permanent
Are you an experienced teacher who is confident in teaching Year 2 and looking for an exciting opportunity where you can make an immediate and lasting impact?
Do you thrive on challenge, love shaping an inspiring curriculum, and want to make a real difference in the lives of children at this crucial stage of their learning journey? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced teacher to join our friendly, committed and forward-thinking team on a permanent contract. At the Federation of Park Lane and Moorlands Primary Schools, we believe in nurturing confident, caring and resilient learners who love coming to school. If you share that passion—and want to work somewhere where you are genuinely valued as an individual—you will feel right at home with us.
We are looking for someone who:
- is an excellent classroom practitioner
- is passionate about learning and committed to raising achievement for every child
- brings energy, enthusiasm and excellent interpersonal skills
- is reflective, proactive and eager to take the next step in their career
- is excited by the opportunity to lead a core subject and work alongside the leadership team to secure excellent outcomes
We can offer:
- a caring, happy school community with high expectations and a strong sense of purpose
- enthusiastic, confident children who enjoy learning and are proud of their school
- a dedicated, supportive staff team and engaged governing body
- opportunities for high‑quality professional development across the Federation
- a clear, ambitious vision for all our children’s education
- experienced colleagues who will support and champion you as you grow
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Park Lane Primary School
Community school · Primary · Ages 5–11
- Pupils
- 378
- Avg teacher salary
- £39,744
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 21.3:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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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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Reading, Reading, RG31 5BD
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- Salary
- £32,916 to £51,048 per year
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 4 September 2026
- Closing date
- 20 September 2026
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