Class Teacher

Southfield Primary Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0PE

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st January 2027

• Closing date

  18 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS & UPS

Class Teacher job summary

Southfield is a popular and inclusive two form entry school in Lewsey Farm and is proud to be a part of Pioneer Learning Trust. With high standards across the school, we are looking for a committed and motivated teacher to share our vision and be a key part of taking our school to the next stage of its journey.

We are seeking to strengthen our pursuit of excellence and equity through the appointment of an inspiring and passionate Teacher to join our talented and attainment focused staff team, helping us to continue our journey to outstanding.

You will be an exemplary class teacher with a commitment to inclusion and a belief that every child can achieve. You will have high expectations and a clear focus on getting the best out of children in the classroom.

Southfield has a diverse community and, as a values- based school we celebrate the rich, values driven, philosophy which underpins the ethos, curriculum and the learning. As a result of this work, the school has seen a tremendous and continuous improvements in all areas, most notably in pupils attitudes, aspirations and achievements.

Southfield is a values-based school with a large and supportive staff team of excellent people who are passionate about making learning fun, exciting engaging and successful for our children. With an excellent package of staff benefits outlined in the Pioneer Promise to staff, including a genuine commitment to workload reduction, free refreshments and lunch, a discounted package and much more. Southfield is an excellent employer which looks after its team!

Visits are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged in order that applicants gain insight through experiencing the school.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs, As an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and strive to build a culture of respect, fairness and opportunity for all.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We're happy to help ...

We recommend early applying early as reserve the right to close the post early should we receive sufficient applications or a suitable candidate apply.

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice fluently in spoken English.

CVs will not be accepted for any post based in schools

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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

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.

About Southfield Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 405 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Southfield Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/southfield-primary-school-lu4-0pe

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Luton and Bedfordshire