Class Teachers

Who are we looking for? We have the following teaching vacancies available to start on 01.09.2026. Permanent and fixed term maternity positions available. Across the following area: KS1 & KS2 Newly Qualified And Experienced Teachers Are Welcome To Apply.

We are looking for teachers who will share our vision for high quality education for all our children. The successful applicant will need to have:

• Good/Outstanding classroom practice with high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
• Commitment to inclusion and success for all pupils.
• A sound knowledge of children’s learning and development within the primary years.
• The ability to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum.
• The ability to create an inspiring and creative learning environment in which children thrive.
• Motivation, energy and a flexible and innovative approach to learning
• Knowledge of assessment for learning strategies and be able to use them effectively in the classroom.
• Commitment to team building and partnership with the whole school community.

Whitmore Park is a large school in the City of Coventry.

We have the highest expectation of all of our staff and pupils, with a strong commitment to promoting their well‑being. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum, with pupil involvement, enjoyment and achievement at its heart.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment.

In your application form please detail the subjects you have the skills, knowledge and expertise in which are required to become a successful teacher.

Visits to the school are highly recommended to find out more. Please contact Jo Davis, Office Manager at admin or Tel:

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.

Completed applications can be emailed to: jobs, handed in at the School Office or posted to the school for the attention of Mrs Christine Clough, School Business Manager.

Closing Date:
Midnight on Sunday 8th March 2026

Interview Date:
Week commencing 9th March 2026

Coventry City Council

• Application Form Teachers.doc
• Equal Opportunities Form.doc
• Class Teacher Job Description and Person Specification CT (11).pdf