Class Teacher

Class Teachers (KS1 and KS2) – Chandlers Field Primary Academy

Start Date: 01 January 2027 (or sooner if possible)

Positions Available: 2 (One KS1, One Upper KS2)

Working Pattern: Full-time and part-time considered. Please specify your preferred working pattern and key stage in your application.

Are you a brilliant teacher looking for a fresh, rewarding challenge? We’re on the hunt for passionate, hands-on professionals to join our vibrant team at Chandlers Field Primary Academy and make a real difference in the classroom. If you have a knack for bringing out the best in young learners and want to work in an environment that truly values its staff, we want to hear from you.

The Role

You will be helping your students master everything from phonics to maths, whilst delivering high-quality, engaging lessons. Every day will be different as you plan, assess, and tailor your teaching to ensure every pupil has the chance to thrive and succeed. For a comprehensive overview of your main employment duties, key tasks, and activities.

What You Will Bring

• Substantial experience of successful teaching of primary age children, alongside holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• An innovative and exemplary approach to classroom practice, making accurate and productive use of assessment.
• A deep commitment to keeping children safe and promoting their welfare in all aspects of your work.
• To give yourself the best chance of shortlisting, please ensure you consult the attached documents to help you align your application with our core requirements and ethos.

Why choose LEO Academy Trust?

• LEO Academy Trust champions continuous professional development and delivers a programme of in house CPD.
• We also work with a range of partners to offer accessible training for all staff including e-learning and face to face workshops.
• We believe in the importance of succession planning, and that we are well placed to support you in your next challenge.
• We offer opportunities to work across different academies within the Trust, and a commitment to promotion opportunities, encouraging ‘home grown’ talent.
• Extensive benefits and a comprehensive health and wellbeing package for all staff
• Discounted staff rates for wraparound care.

The Small Print (Statutory Safeguarding & Vetting)

To keep our children safe, all offers of employment are strictly conditional upon the satisfactory completion of mandatory pre-employment checks. As detailed in the statutory guidance, you will be required to:

• Obtain and present a satisfactory Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Provide documentation to confirm your identity and your legal right to work in the UK.
• Undergo appropriate overseas criminal records checks if you have lived or worked outside the UK.
• Provide original certificates to verify your professional qualifications.
• Supply at least two satisfactory references. Please note, you must be ready to explain any gaps in your employment timeline during the interview process.
• Please note that as part of our rigorous due diligence, we will carry out online searches — including social media footprint checks — on all shortlisted candidates to verify suitability to work with children.

LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from all members of the community and we aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff.

Reasonable adjustments

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in applying for this role, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team to tell us what changes or help you might need.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities / Other Information

LEO Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please read about our commitment to safeguarding as well as other important information in the Applicant guide on our website.

Apply early

Apply early to ensure your application is considered, as we may interview and close the vacancy ahead of the deadline if a suitable candidate is found.