At Gilbertstone Primary School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to promoting the welfare and safety of all children and young people in our care. We expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.

All roles within our school require an enhanced DBS check as part of our safeguarding procedures.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct an online search of shortlisted candidates. This is part of our due diligence and helps us identify any publicly available information that may be relevant to the role. Any findings will be discussed with the applicant during the interview.

If you are considering applying for a position at Gilbertstone, we encourage you to read the following key policies to understand our expectations and our unwavering commitment to keeping children safe:

• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Safer Recruitment Policy
• Employment of Ex-Offenders Policy

Together, we can ensure that Gilbertstone remains a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for every child.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Classroom Teacher, and welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners. You will be passionate about delivering high‑quality teaching, have a secure understanding of the National Curriculum, and be committed to meeting the needs of all learners.

ECTs will be supported through high‑quality mentoring and professional development, while experienced teachers will have the opportunity to contribute their expertise to curriculum development and the wider life of the school. All applicants should have high expectations for pupils, strong classroom practice, effective communication skills, and a clear commitment to safeguarding and professional growth.

Visits to school are welcome - contact us on 0121 464 4664 and ask to speak to Mrs Davis 

What we can offer you

• Engaged, enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn, behave well and proud of their school
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• A commitment to CPD and ECT training and support 
• A school culture built on kindness, respect and high expectations for pupils and staff
• Well‑established systems and positive relationships that support effective teaching and learning
• The chance to be part of a school that values reflection, continuous improvement and ambition

We are looking to appoint an exemplary classroom teacher to join our leadership team and lead Literacy across school. Does this sound like you?  Please contact Mrs Davis, Senior Office Manager to arrange a visit.

Outstanding Literacy Practitioner

• Excellent classroom teacher with a strong track record in reading and writing

• Deep knowledge of high-quality primary literacy pedagogy

• Passionate, driven and inspirational, with high expectations for all pupils

Reading & Phonics Leadership

• Expert knowledge of early reading, fluency, comprehension and vocabulary

• Extensive, up-to-date understanding of systematic synthetic phonics

• Confident analysing data, leading intervention and coaching staff to ensure consistency and impact

• Committed to building a whole-school culture of reading for pleasure

Writing Excellence

• Strong expertise in writing pedagogy, including grammar, sentence structure and composition

• Skilled in modelling high-quality writing and supporting teachers to plan, teach and assess effectively

Leadership & Professional Development

• Inspiring leader who motivates and supports colleagues through coaching and CPD

• Experienced in monitoring standards and driving curriculum improvement

• Reflective, organised and focused on impact and continuous improvement

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiastic, creative and collaborative

• Proactive, resilient and solution-focused

• Strong communicator with a positive professional presence

What we can offer

• Engaged, enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn, behave well and proud of their school
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• A key leadership role with strategic responsibility for developing literacy across the whole school
• The opportunity to shape and drive a strong reading, writing and language curriculum that meets the needs of our diverse learners
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team who value professional dialogue, innovation and shared decision‑making
• The freedom and trust to lead initiatives, trial new approaches and make a meaningful impact
• A school culture built on kindness, respect and high expectations for pupils and staff
• Well‑established systems and positive relationships that support effective teaching and learning
• Dedicated time and support for leadership development and professional growth
• Opportunities to coach, mentor and inspire colleagues, developing literacy practice across all phases
• The chance to be part of a school that values reflection, continuous improvement and ambition
• A rewarding leadership role where your expertise will directly influence pupil outcomes and school improvement