9 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    3 July 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    22 June 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary is £26,332 to £36,281

Class Teacher 0.8 job summary

Our 'Bring It!' vision requires us to ensure our pupils are excited by and fully engaged in their learning and school experience more widely. We support them to use their talents to create positive school memories with their friends that will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Our aim is to inspire a lifetime of adventure.

As a Church of England Trust, we support its vision for education which is deeply Christian, with Jesus' promise of 'life in all its fullness' at its heart.

St Barnabas Trust is looking to recruit an outstanding teacher to join our team. This an exciting opportunity to work within St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust at Lerryn School.

Lerryn CofE School is a small school based in the heart of the picturesque village of Lerryn. The school which is sat at the top of a small hill boasts stunning views of the river and Lerryn’s famous stepping stones. Lerryn School is an ideal location for outdoor learning and activities. The school is proud to be at the heart of the village community.

The two small mixed age classes provide a unique and personalised education for our children. All of the children are able to access the wider Trust outdoor offer which includes rock climbing, mountain booking and canoeing. The children also have the opportunity to access a yearly residential from Y2-Y6 including London, Cardiff and Beer.

We know we are successful in our vision as our pupils are;

  • happy and confident

  • eager to learn

  • extending their learning at home

  • coming to school and sharing their ideas

  • working together with their friends

  • achieving high standards


We are looking for a teacher who will truly make a difference in children’s lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a flourishing village school at the heart of the community which is part of a family of schools in St Barnabas Trust. We believe that every member of our school community has important talents to share, nurture and grow. As a proud member of the St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust, our vision is supported with a ‘Bring It!’ approach to all areas of our school life.We welcome applications from ECT's and experienced teachers. In return, we offer excellent ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work alongside staff from other schools within the Trust.

This role is 0.8 four days per week, this is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2027. Please note: This role is essential and as such we will be interviewing as suitable applicants apply. We reserve the right to close this role early should vacancies be filled before the closing date.

We are looking to appoint a teacher who can:

    • demonstrate high quality teaching .
      • be proactive in supporting our team approach with good interpersonal skills.
      • contribute to our Church of England ethos.
      • maintain a dynamic, inspirational yet challenging learning environment.
      • secure high quality relationships with parents, carers and the wider community.
      • demonstrate a desire to ensure that every single child can achieve the best of their ability, through effective differentiation and high-quality teaching.
      • Embrace and capitalise on the learning environment outside the four walls of the classroom.

      In return, we can offer you:

        • a welcoming and friendly team environment within a MAT committed to staff development with well-motivated and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn new skills.
        • the opportunity to flourish within a supportive and forward thinking school family.

        • Generous local authority pension scheme

        • Cycle to work scheme

        • Employee Assistance programme

        • Flexible working considered

        • Corporate gym membership discount

        • Ongoing Training and Development opportunities

        St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

        We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

        St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.

        Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.

        Further information about the job

        The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
        Visas cannot be sponsored.
        If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

        Commitment to safeguarding

        St Barnabas CE Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. This position is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975.

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        About Lerryn CofE Primary School

        School type
        Academy, Church of England/Christian, ages 2 to 11
        Education phase
        Primary school
        School size
        25 pupils enrolled
        Age range
        2 to 11
        Ofsted report
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        Lerryn School is a small school with a big heart! High up on the hill, we are the beacon of our community, supporting each other to be the best we can be!
        We are extremely fortunate to be set in the most beautiful location. Our outdoor adventure programme sees our children enjoy everything that the great outdoors has to offer. From river scrambles to woodland walks, from mountain biking to hiking - our curriculum is full of ambition, awe and wonder.
        We are incredibly grateful to have a committed community who value the importance of an all-rounded educcation. Our Lerryn School Association help us to make anything possible!

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