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Join the Team at Francis Baily Primary School
At Francis Baily Primary School, we are proud to be a vibrant, ambitious, and inclusive learning community. Our staff are passionate about giving every child the best possible start in life, and we’re always looking for talented, committed people to join us in that mission.
Whether you're an experienced teacher, an early careers teacher, a skilled teaching assistant, or someone looking to begin a career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Work at Francis Baily?
- A welcoming, supportive team with a shared vision: Inspire, Empower, Improve
- A culture of collaboration and professional growth
- High expectations for all — children and staff alike
- A well-resourced school environment, with strong community links
- Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
- Clear CPD pathways, including opportunities to lead and innovate.
We believe that happy, motivated staff help create happy, motivated learners. At Francis Baily, your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your role is recognised as vital to the success of every child.
Current Vacancies
We advertise all teaching and support staff vacancies here on our school website, the Department for Education vacancies site and LinkedIn.
Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join our ambitious and supportive team at Francis Baily Primary School from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced teachers and ECTs to make a real impact in a school dedicated to high standards, professional growth and staff wellbeing. Find out more in our job application pack...
Apply by Thursday 14 May 2026 (4:00pm) using the Teacher Application Form at the bottom of this page.
If you’d like to express your interest, ask a question, or learn more about the school, please get in touch.
Thinking About a Career in Education?
We welcome interest from:
- Trainee teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
- Experienced teachers seeking a fresh challenge
- Support staff and professionals looking to make a difference
- Volunteers or career changers exploring education.
If you're enthusiastic, committed, and want to be part of a school where every voice matters, we’d love to hear from you, whether it's to arrange a visit, enquire about opportunities or simply have a conversation about working with us. Please get in touch.