Class Teacher - Forest View Primary School
Cinderford, Forest of Dean
Grade MPS/UPS
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Full Time
Contract Fixed Term Contract (Until 31/08/2027)
Closing Date: 05/06/2026
Interview Date: 12/06/2026
Start Date 01/09/2026
Forest View Primary School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our team. Located in the heart of the Forest of Dean, our school is proud of its strong community ethos and its commitment to helping every child succeed.
Full Time Class Teacher (initially in a mixed year 3/4 class)
Fixed term until 31st August 2027 with a possibility to be extended or made permanent beyond this.
Salary – Teachers main scale/upper pay scale (dependant upon experience)
At Forest View, we believe that children learn best in an environment where they feel safe, valued and motivated. We have high expectations for all pupils and strive to deliver an engaging, inclusive curriculum that develops confident learners with a love of learning. Kindness and resilience underpin everything we do.
Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner, we welcome applications from teachers who are passionate about making a positive difference. We are looking for a teacher who shares our vision and who is passionate about providing high-quality education while nurturing the whole child.
We are seeking someone who:
• Has a strong commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils
• Delivers engaging, well-planned teaching that inspires and motivates learners
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with children, colleagues and families
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to contribute to the life of the school
We offer:
• A welcoming, supportive staff team
• Happy, motivated children who are keen to learn
• Opportunities for professional development within the school and across the wider Forest of Dean Trust.
• A rewarding role within a school that values every member of its community
Forest of Dean Trust and its Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and would expect all staff to share this commitment. The school believes in equal opportunities and encourages all staff and children to be treated similarly, unhampered by artificial barriers or prejudices or preferences.
As a Trust we are committed to safety awareness and we undertake the following procedures:
• We have DSL's trained to an enhanced level.
• All staff will require an enhanced DBS check, section 128 check and the prohibition register will be checked. We also have staff trained in Safer recruitment.
• Our Child Protection Policy can be found on our website under Policies.
Applications must be received no later than 5pm on Friday 5th June.
Applications received after this date will not be considered.
If you are passionate about supporting children and share our values, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
To apply, see details to the right of this advert by clicking on 'Website' You may need to scroll down to find the actual advert.
