Class Teacher Key Stage 1 (ECTs and experienced teachers welcome to apply)
About This Role
Class Teacher Key Stage 1 (ECTs and experienced teachers welcome to apply)
| Job title | Class Teacher (KS1 initially) |
| Salary | MPS 1 - 6 (depending on experience) |
| Hours | Full time |
| Contract type | Permanent |
| Closing date | 27th November 2026 |
| Interview date | Week commencing 7th December 2026. Interviews may be offered prior to closing date, upon receipt of exceptionally strong applications. |
| Starting date | January /February 2027-Pending satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks |
| Responsible for | Teaching and learning of pupils |
| Line managed by | Senior Leadership Team |
Class Teacher - Job Role
As a class teacher, you will be responsible for delivering inspirational learning, which enables pupils to achieve the highest standards. You will take ownership of, and support the shared responsibility for, the well-being, education and behaviour of all children. As a teacher you treat all pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position. Successful candidates will be positively committed to shaping and changing the lives of children. This role involves being a strong team member and having the ability to work in partnership with all stakeholders.
Does this sound like you?
- You are child-centred and put children’s best interests at the heart of your teaching
- You are an exceptional classroom practitioner; able to engage, motivate and inspire children
- You have a passion for providing opportunities that enable children to flourish and grow
- You have high aspirations of yourself and others - demonstrating tenacity and ambition
- You are committed to personal and professional development and thrive in a culture of learning
- You have enthusiasm and the qualities of a strong team member
- You embrace challenge and relish the opportunity to grow
- You embrace core moral values such as integrity, resilience and respect
In turn, we offer you:
- A chance to work alongside amazing children who are keen to learn and have high aspirations
- An opportunity to work alongside a highly professional, committed and talented staff team
- An opportunity to grow and develop as a professional through high quality bespoke personal and professional development
- A brand new, state-of-the-art building with dedicated facilities and spaces for supporting learning
- A vibrant and inclusive community
- An opportunity to work and develop in an academy with a strong sense of moral and educational purpose, with an embedded Trust culture of learning from one another
- A commitment to well-being and reduced workload
Job Description:
Please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack.
The post holder will be expected to carry out the following listed below, as well as any other reasonable duties that that the Head of Academy may require from time to time.
- Teaching and Managing Pupil Learning
- Planning and Setting Expectations/Pupil Achievement
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Relationship with Parents and the Wider community
- Manage Own Performance and Development
- Managing and Developing Staff/ Other Adults & Resources
The Job Description should be read alongside the range of professional duties of Teachers as set out in the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. Teachers should also have due regard to the Teacher Standards.
Person Specification:
Please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack
Application Process:
Applications are to be made via the Trust's online recruitment portal My New Term and include a personal statement that should outline your suitability for the post by referring to the job description and person specification.
In compliance with KCSiE Safer Recruitment Guidelines, CV's cannot be accepted and you will need to complete an online My New Term application form to be considered for this position.
Shortlisting:
Candidates will be notified if they have been successful for interview. Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview strong applicants before the closing date of this advert.
Interview Process:
As part of the interview process, you will be required to complete a role-related task, observation followed by a panel interview.
Identifications:
As part of our safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures, candidates invited to interview will be required to provide three original identification documents to enable us to complete the necessary Enhanced DBS identity and Right to Work checks, including providing documents from the relevant Group 1, Group 2a and/or Group 2b categories.
Name Change Verification:
Applicants who have previously held another name will be required to provide evidence of any name changes at interview, such as a marriage certificate, deed poll certificate or other relevant legal documentation.
It is vital we receive the correct identification as listed as incomplete or unsuitable documentation may delay the completion of your pre-employment checks, should you be successful appointed. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including the appropriate DBS and Right to Work checks.
Academic Qualifications:
Please provide original academic certificates as cited on your application form, we cannot accept transcripts nor photocopies of qualification
Visits:
Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed but need to be arranged in advance. Please email: office@kvpa.school or call: 01296 255000 to arrange a visit.
Further Information:
For more information about our Academy please visit our website www.kvpa.org.uk or to discuss the role further please contact the Academy via email: office@kvpa.school or telephone: 01296 255000.
Kingsbrook View Primary Academy and the Inspiring Future’s Partnership Trust are committed to safeguarding children, promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches will be completed prior to shortlisting and an enhanced DBS and qualifications check will be carried out upon appointment of all successful candidates