Class Teacher
Pickhurst Infant Academy, West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0HL9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
25 April 2026 at 12:59am
Date listed
16 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37,870.00 - £50,474.00 Annually (FTE)
Class Teacher job summary
We’re looking for exceptional teachers who:
- Possess a deep understanding of outstanding teaching practices and pedagogy.
- Are reflective practitioners, eager to grow and evolve in their teaching journey.
- Bring enthusiasm, energy, and a genuine passion for education to their role.
- Thrive in a collaborative environment and value the power of teamwork.
- Believe in nurturing the whole child - academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Embrace professional development as a pathway to continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be working towards, with relevant primary teaching experience.
- Be self-driven, proactive, and an exceptional communicator.
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
If you’re ready to inspire, collaborate, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Main Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality teaching and care for a designated class or group of pupils, ensuring their education and welfare align with the Teachers’ Standards, the requirements of the Primary Curriculum, and the school’s aims, values, and policies.
The role includes fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
As a Class Teacher, you will also contribute to the collective responsibility for the welfare, discipline, and holistic development of all pupils within the school community, working collaboratively to uphold our shared commitment to excellence and equity in education.
Classroom Management
Create a vibrant, inspiring classroom where displays and working walls showcase and support pupils’ learning, bringing their achievements and current topics to life.
Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere by promoting excellent behaviour, consistently aligning with the school’s behaviour policy.
Champion the social and emotional well-being of pupils, ensuring a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
Build strong pastoral connections with pupils, offering guidance and encouragement to help them thrive both academically and personally.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Pickhurst Infant Academy is part of Nexus Education Schools Trust who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS clearance.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Pickhurst Infant Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 327 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Pickhurst Infant Academy website
Pickhurst Infants is a centre of excellence in early years education, a truly inclusive school where within a nurturing environment, each child’s ability is recognised, valued and developed. They are lucky to be surrounded by extensive grounds which help to form part of the learning environment. Pickhurst Infant Academy retained their 'Outstanding' Ofsted grading in a recent inspection.
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