Classroom Teacher - Longford Park Primary School

Longford Park Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-reflecting Class Teacher to join our forward-thinking and successful school. The post would suit qualified Early Career or experienced teachers, who are able to demonstrate high quality teaching with excellent knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, a strong pedagogical understanding, and an aspiration for every child to achieve their best.

We are an accredited Thrive school and have a recognised ‘Learning Outside the Classroom’ (LoTC) gold award. Our staff have a passion to support our children and their families. Longford Park School empowers the children to become confident, resilient, and articulate young people who aspire to be the best version of themselves. We offer a calm, respectful and nurturing atmosphere and set high standards of respect, courtesy, hard work and achievement for all children and adults.

In your letter of application, please state your curriculum strengths and any particular talents and abilities you could bring to the school and the role.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is an excellent primary practitioner
• Is committed to high expectations of care, achievement, behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Is capable of working as part of our enthusiastic and dedicated team.
• Will enhance the renowned reputation of the school in the locality.
• Has an infectious enthusiasm and passion for teaching and learning.
• A willingness to ‘go the extra mile’ and make a difference to the lives of our children

In return we can offer:

• A supportive induction programme
• An opportunity for self-development and career enrichment
• A warm welcoming school with opportunities to grow and develop as professionals.
• A curriculum that is rich, diverse and creative to ensure that our children are prepared for their next stage of learning.
• Enthusiastic and friendly children who strive to achieve their full potential.
• A strong commitment to supporting well-being and positive mental health.
• Friendly, dedicated and supportive staff working in a happy atmosphere
• Bright, well-resourced classrooms and extensive outdoor space
• A committed and experienced governing body
  
  

Our children have asked that our staff members are:

• A bit funny,
• Someone who listens to what we say
• Someone who respects other people’s opinions and differences
• Someone with lots of ideas and who organises exciting activities
• Someone who knows how to help us to learn well
• Someone who is understanding, patient and calm.

The school brochure, job description and person specification are available to download or can be requested by emailing: sbm@longfordpark.coventry.sch.uk or telephoning the school on 02476 687688 and asking to speak to Mr Marc Dean (School Business Manager)

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place after school with a member of the leadership team. Please contact the school on 02476 687688, or via email at sbm@longfordpark.coventry.sch.uk for details and to book your tour.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.  

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification, or you can download the application pack and return completed direct to the school

If you have not been invited to attend an interview by Friday 24th April 2026 at 5pm, then you should assume that your application has not been successful.

Thank you for your interest in what we think will be exciting, challenging and rewarding posts.

Closing Date: Friday 17th April

Observations: Between 27th April – 30th April

Interviews: 1st May and 5th May

Start date: September 2026