Here you will find details of current vacancies for both teaching and support staff.

At Hounsome Fields Primary School we aim to create and maintain a happy, welcoming, stimulating and secure environment for all the children in our care where they can work hard and achieve their full potential.

Hounsome Fields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We believe that ‘Every Child Matters’ and pupils, staff, parents and governors strive to ensure that this is a daily reality for all of our children.

The school operates a rigorous recruitment procedure that includes enhanced DBS checks, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications.

We may use Internet searches to perform due diligence on candidates in the course of recruitment. Where we do this, we will act in accordance with our data protection and equal opportunities obligations.

How to apply

Please download and complete either the support staff or teacher application form below.  Once completed, please email this to info@hounsomefields.school

Current Vacancies 

Caretaker – Part Time

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our school team.  This is a part-time position working 15 hours per week, with the exact working pattern to be discussed at interview.  Availability to open the school from 7:00am is essential. There will be opportunities for additional overtime hours to support school lettings and events, and occasional weekend working may be required to meet operational needs.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our school remains a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The postholder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the school, balancing planned maintenance and routine duties with day-to-day requirements and responding effectively to emergencies when they arise.

We Can Offer

• A brand-new school building, completed in 2025, with modern facilities and infrastructure.
• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A paid annual Wellbeing Day as part of our commitment to supporting staff health and wellbeing.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Career development opportunities to work, innovate and network across schools within the academy trust.

The Right Candidate

You will be dependable, hardworking and committed to maintaining high standards across the school site. You will take pride in your work, be responsive to the needs of the school community and demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude.