Reading Borough Council • Reading, Berkshire
About this role
From April 2026
Are you a qualified KS2 Teacher looking for some ad-hoc teaching? We are looking to extend our group of Supply Teachers to help cover due to planned or ad-hoc absence, training or sickness. Would you like to become a valued part of our Team?
Geoffrey Field Junior School is a well-established school at the heart of the local community. We have our own highly effective and unique ‘local curriculum’, built to inspire and equip pupils with self-belief and a love of learning. Pupils state that they really enjoy coming to school, where they experience a rich array of cultural experiences and community opportunities.
We believe that we play a vital role in preparing our pupils for the next step in their learning journey, and also for adulthood and the world of work. We encourage them on the path towards being independent, confident and motivated citizens who are able to make responsible choices and take full advantage of the opportunities that life offers.
The right candidate would be
- Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
- Able to work well in a team with strong personal skills
- Enthusiastic, inspirational having a passion for teaching and learning
We can offer
o A strong team of dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff
o Warm and friendly children who are eager to learn and love their school
o A supportive and welcoming community
o A highly skilled teaching assistant in each classroom
o A commitment to your continuing professional development
Main and Upper Pay Scale teachers welcome to apply. This will be a zero hours contract, planned support or called into support our absent teachers.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, an application pack is available on the school website ( www.geoffreyfieldschool.org.uk )
Please do not send a CV. For the purposes of Equal Opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms. Please ensure that all application documentation is returned by email to recruitment@geoffreyfield-jun.reading.sch.uk
Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews arranged at a mutually suitable time. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Closing Date
17th May 2026 with interviews 21st and 22nd May 2026
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be sought from the successful candidate and online checks will be made.
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