Class Teacher at Lanivet Primary School

Lanivet Primary School alongside the Local Monitoring Committee are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Year 1/2 Teacher to cover Maternity Leave. Our KS1 consists of mixed cohorts. We have a combined EYFS and Year 1 and a combined Year 1 and Year 2.

We would like the successful candidate to start on the 2nd March 2026 and the post will finish on the 26th February 2027 (subject to change) on a full time basis. We are looking for an inspiring, positive, highly motivated, and creative Class Teacher to join our team of enthusiastic and dedicated professionals. This is an ideal opportunity for the right person, who can buy into a shared vision with drive and commitment, to professionally develop in our friendly school.

• Highly motivated and driven, with a track record of excellent classroom teaching.
• Reflective practitioners and a strong role model who have high expectations for themselves and our pupils.
• Effective in forming positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to work proactively as part of a team with a ‘can do’ positive attitude to meet the needs of every child.
• Resilient with high levels of emotional intelligence.

This role will be an exciting and rewarding challenge for any teacher wanting to become a part of our school family. ECTs are welcome to apply.

• A supportive and driven leadership team with a clear vision and a passion for excellence
• A strong focus on quality of teaching and learning through investment in CPD
• A dedicated and supportive Trust and Local Governing Body
• A real adventure in a school where you will feel supported and valued

Lanivet School is a wonderful place to learn, both in school and visiting the local woods, moorland, and beaches nearby. Our children have positive attitudes to their learning, enjoy all aspects of sports and outdoor learning, taking part in community events and are very proud of their school.

At Lanivet School we value the well‑being of the children in our care above all else. We aim to create a happy, safe, caring environment in which every child can succeed and do their best. The staff at Lanivet are highly skilled, dedicated, and passionate about getting the very best from our children. Our School enjoys working collaboratively with our partner schools within Truro and Penwith Academy Trust.

We welcome visitors as this is the best way to see our lovely school, experience our creative and captivating curriculum and meet our motivated and engaged children. Please phone the school telephone number provided if you would like to arrange to look around.

You will have a child‑centered approach, and will provide a creative, inclusive and challenging curriculum which inspires and motivates children and supports high quality teaching and learning both indoors and out. Individuals must demonstrate a significant contribution to primary school and an enthusiasm to embrace the opportunities of leading this already flourishing and happy school with a strong community identity.

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.

Please  to apply!

This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information.

Organisation address:
Lanivet Primary School
Honeys Hill
Lanivet
Bodmin
PL30 5HE

Email: recruitment

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