Class Teacher

Leigh Academy Peninsula East, Rochester, ME3 9HR

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS commensurate with experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additionalLAT benefits.

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for a truly inspiring place to make a real difference? Leigh Academy Peninsula East is looking for aClass Teacherto join our friendly and ambitiousKS2 teamfromSeptember2026.

At Leigh Academy Peninsula East, we cherish creativity, celebrate individuality, and are deeply committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for every child. We believe that the best classrooms are those filled with the joy of learning, where your ideas are valued and collaboration is the key to success. You will be part of a close-knit community where you can truly flourish, helping our youngest learners blossom in a supportive and nurturing environment.

What makes Leigh Academy Peninsula East a special place to work:

• ✨Shape the Future- Bring your energy and commitment to a school that values innovation, making a lasting impact on our pupils’ early development.

• ✨Develop Your Career- We welcome ambitious practitioners who wish to grow and we are here to support your journey.

• ✨Dedicated Time to Grow- We truly value your professional development and work-life balance.Every Wednesday, CPD begins at 2:00 PM, providing you with dedicated, protected time to develop your skills and collaborate with colleagues.

• ✨Be Part of a Community- Join a warm and supportive staff team who work hand-in-hand to ensure that every child and every colleague thrives.

This is a permanent opportunity, offering MPS based on experience.

What the school offers its staff

Working with us at Leigh Academy Peninsula East

Leigh Academy Peninsula East is a thriving one-form entry primary school in Allhallows. Our core ethos is pursuing the highest educational standards, fostering well-rounded, lifelong learners with high expectations and high achievement for all. Our curriculum is tailored to each child, ensuring highly engaged learners.

We are incredibly proud of our "Good" overall Ofsted judgment from May 2024, which included "Outstanding" ratings for Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years Provision. We also prioritise staff well-being, with the school day finishing at 2 pm every Wednesday for dedicated bespoke training.

As an officialInternational Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we use the IB framework to deliver the National Curriculum, linking with other IB schools and developing confident global citizens. Our extensive outdoor grounds, Nursery provision, and 1:1 digital device strategy for Key Stage 2 further enhance learning experiences.

Discover more about our vibrant academy by visiting ourwebsite.

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

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job_Pack___Teacher_(Primary)___Leigh_Academy_Peninsula_East.pdf - 1.07 MB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh Academy Peninsula East

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 234 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Peninsula East website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/peninsula-east-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Peninsula East

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.

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