About the team we are recruiting to

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

Are you an experienced Lower 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 suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

What is the job role?

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 Lower 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

Who are we looking for?

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 a 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:

Thursday 5th March 2026 at 3:45pm

Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 9:30am

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.

Closing date: Note, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date: Closing date: Thursday 12th March at 9am

Interview date: Interviews: Tuesday 17th March 2026

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.

Coventry City Council