Class Teacher

Do you believe in creating a culture of excellence in which all children are put at the heart of every decision made? Do you demonstrate a commitment to excellence and continuous growth in all that you do? Do you have the integrity, compassion, and creativity to work with a fantastic team of professionals? Are you committed to doing the best for each and every child - enabling them to be happy children, confident individuals, responsible citizens and successful learners? If you answered yes to the above questions, then the Head teacher and Governors of Olive Hill Primary Academy welcome your application for this position. Olive Hill is a two-form entry primary school, taking 60 children in each year group. We also have our own nursery provision and can accommodate two-year-olds through a private provider, Acorns. Our lovely school has expanded over-time and offers lots of facilities for our children to learn in a vibrant environment. We have extensive outside space, including a trim trail, a forest school area, two large fields and a range of hard surfaces. We are a founding member of the Stour Vale Multi Academy Trust and we are proud to learn in partnership with our other schools (Holywell Primary, Huntingtree, Lavender Farm Nursery, Moat Farm Infants, Moat Farm Junior School, Newtown Primary, Northfield Road Primary, Oldbury Academy, Queen Victoria Primary, Redhill School, Ridgewood High School, Earls High School, The Wordsley School) and beyond. Stour Vale Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out pre-appointment checks including DBS and will disqualify any applicant where we consider the outcomes to be unsatisfactory. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. We are committed to ensuring that no applicant will be disadvantaged or discriminated against of their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. Closing date: Thursday 14th May 2026 Shortlisting: Friday 15th May 2026 Interviews: TBC Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact Debbie Williams, School Business Manager 01384 958439 to arrange a visit or by email dwilliams@olive.dudley.sch.uk .