Class Teacher

Leigh Academy Peninsula East, Rochester, ME3 9HR

29 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  24 August 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (172)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS/UPS (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 team.

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.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher ready to take the next step in your career or an ECT seeking the perfect place to begin your teaching journey, we would be delighted to hear from you. For candidates interested in further professional development, there may be opportunities to contribute more widely to the academy, including aspects of middle leadership aligned with individual strengths and experience.

What the school offers its staff

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/UPS based on experience.

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.

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About Leigh Academy Peninsula East

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 230 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• 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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