Reading Borough Council • Reading, Berkshire
About this role
Full time – 1.0 FTE - Permanent - September 2026 start
Some teachers want to join a finished story. Others want to help write one.
At Kennet Valley Primary School, we are on an exciting journey of improvement. We are building a school where children feel safe, valued and successful, and where staff work together with high expectations, honesty and determination.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Year 3 teacher to join our team. This post would be ideal for an Early Career Teacher looking for strong support, excellent professional development and the opportunity to make a genuine difference from the very start of their career.
We’re looking for someone who
Loves working with children and believes every child can succeed
Is reflective, resilient and eager to learn
Has high expectations for behaviour, relationships and learning
Enjoys working as part of a supportive team
Wants to contribute to a school that is improving rapidly and ambitiously
In return, we offer
A comprehensive ECT programme with mentoring and coaching
Weekly professional development and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues
A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and growth
Friendly, supportive colleagues who genuinely care about one another
The opportunity to help shape the future of our school and leave a lasting legacy
This role is about more than teaching a class. It is an opportunity to be part of a school community that is determined to provide the very best for its children.
If you are excited by the opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended.
To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office: office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk or visit: https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk/
Closing date for applications
Midday Thursday 11th June 2026
Shortlisting
Friday 12th June 2026
Interviews
Wednesday 17th June 2026
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