Class Teacher
Leigh Academy Hartley, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8BT19 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: Part-time : 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS, based on experience + London Fringe Closing date: 20/04/2
What skills and experience we're looking for
At Leigh Academy Hartley, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education and every teacher deserves an exceptional start to their career. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community.
Whether you are an experienced educator or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for the perfect place to plant your roots, we offer an environment where your professional growth is our priority.
f you are a motivated individual who wants to make a tangible difference in a supportive and forward-thinking academy, we would love to hear from you.
This is a permanent role working 2 days per week on a Monday and Tuesday, offering MPS/UPS based on experience.
What the school offers its staff
Why Choose us?
We know that the first few years in the classroom are the most formative. That’s why we’ve built a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing.
- Outstanding ECT Support and Mentoring: You will be joining a structured induction programme. We provide dedicated mentors, regular coaching sessions, and strictly protected time to ensure you build the confidence and skills needed to master your classroom practice.
- A Nurturing, Collaborative Culture: We pride ourselves on being a welcoming team. We value open communication and teamwork above all else. This is a safe space to ask questions, share ideas, and grow within a community that genuinely cares about your work-life balance.
- High-Quality Professional Development: Growth doesn't stop after induction. You will have access to evidence-based CPD and ECT training fully aligned with the Early Career Framework. We offer clear, transparent pathways for career progression across the wider Trust.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Leigh Academy Hartley
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 450 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Leigh Academy Hartley website
- Email address
- joinus@latrust.org.uk
Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Hartley
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.
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