Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher - John Gulson Primary School

Class Teacher - Upper Key Stage 2

Full-Time | Main Scale / UPS | Start Date: 1 September 2026

Are you an experienced Upper Key Stage 2 teacher who is passionate about making a real difference to children’s lives? Would you like to work in a school where kindness, care and ambition sit at the heart of everything we do?

John Gulson Primary School is seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and reflective class teacher to join our supportive and forward-thinking team from September 2026. This post is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Our School

John Gulson Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming school community where children are at the centre of every decision. We pride ourselves on being a caring school with high expectations, where relationships are strong and everyone is encouraged to be the best version of themselves.

Our school values underpin daily life at John Gulson and guide the way we learn and work together. We believe in nurturing happy, confident learners, empowering children to be responsible citizens and ensuring every individual feels valued, supported and respected.

As an Upper Key Stage 2 teacher, you will:

• Inspire and challenge pupils through engaging, creative, high-quality teaching
• Create a classroom environment where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn
• Foster curiosity, independence and resilience in line with our school values
• Work collaboratively with colleagues who are generous with their time, ideas and support
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school

What We Offer

At John Gulson, we care deeply about our staff as well as our pupils. We offer:

• A warm, friendly and welcoming team who work closely together
• A supportive leadership team with an open-door approach
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• High-quality professional development and opportunities to grow
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and proud of their school

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced Upper Key Stage 2 teacher with consistently strong classroom practice
• Have high expectations for all pupils and a genuine belief that every child can succeed
• Be caring, reflective and committed to continuous improvement
• Share our values and contribute positively to our inclusive school culture

Further Information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Tours will be held on:

Friday 6th February 2026 at 3:45pm

Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 8:30am

Further details and application forms can be obtained by contacting Mrs Davis (Business Manager) at l.davis@johngulson.coventry.sch.uk or applying online through the Coventry City Council portal.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Davis at the address above.

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.

Closing Date: 26th February 2026

Interview Date: 6th March 2026