Class Teacher

Buckden CofE Primary School, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 5TT

18 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  7 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 Months from January 2026
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning in KS2, with an initial focus on Year 5, using evidence-informed approaches that engage and challenge all pupils.
• Plan and teach a broad, balanced curriculum that reflects the school’s values and supports academic progress, personal development, and character education.
• Use formative and summative assessment effectively to inform planning, track progress, and support pupil achievement.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and a love of learning.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement through reflective practice, professional dialogue, and a commitment to continuous development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to align teaching approaches, share resources, and support consistency across year groups.
• Uphold and model the school’s Christian ethos and values—kindness, ambition, and integrity—in all aspects of school life.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Engage actively in professional learning, including school-based CPD, Trust networks, and relevant national programmes.
• Reflect regularly on your practice and take ownership of your professional growth.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration and professional curiosity within Buckden and across ACT Multi Academy Trust.
• Support colleagues informally through shared planning, resource development, and coaching conversations.
• Where appropriate, contribute to the development of others, including ECTs, teaching assistants, and support staff.

Community, Ethos and relationships

• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues based on mutual respect and trust.
• Contribute to the inclusive, caring ethos of your home school and the wider Trust.
• Uphold the Christian vision and values of our Church of England schools, contributing to collective worship and celebrations as appropriate.
• Represent early years provision positively within the school community and the Trust.

Safeguarding and Equalities

• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection, following all relevant Trust policies and statutory guidance.
• Promote the wellbeing, inclusion and safety of all pupils, and ensure early years provision supports all children to thrive, regardless of background or need.
• Champion diversity, equity and the protected characteristics in line with the Trust’s commitment to equalities and the Equality Act 2010.

General

.This job description is not exhaustive. The specific duties and responsibilities outlined above may be subject to reasonable change in consultation with the postholder and in response to evolving school and Trust needs.

The role may require travel between school sites and occasional attendance at Trust meetings or events beyond the home school.

What the school offers its staff

Buckden CE Primary School: A Values-Led Village School at the Heart of ACT Multi Academy Trust

Buckden Church of England Primary Academy is a vibrant and welcoming school located in the village of Buckden, just off the A1 in Cambridgeshire. As one of five schools within ACT Multi Academy Trust, Buckden plays a central role in our growing network of Church of England primaries, each rooted in strong community links and a shared commitment to kindness, ambition, and integrity.

Our school is proud of its close relationship with St Mary’s Church and the wider Buckden community. We place a strong emphasis on developing the whole child—academically, spiritually, physically, and mentally—through a rich curriculum and a nurturing ethos. Our core values are lived out daily, creating a school culture where children are encouraged to aim high, persevere, and care deeply for others and the world around them.

In April 2025, Buckden was rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted, reflecting our ongoing commitment to improvement and excellence. We continue to work tirelessly to raise standards and enrich our curriculum, ensuring every child receives the best possible start to their education.

Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and engaging—designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and build confidence. We believe in the power of pupil voice and personal development, and our older pupils take on leadership roles that support and inspire younger learners.

Buckden also offers wrap-around care through its popular provision, supporting families and strengthening our inclusive, community-driven approach to education.

Since joining ACT Multi Academy Trust, Buckden has benefited from increased collaboration, strategic support, and access to Trust-wide expertise. Our staff work closely with colleagues across the Trust—including curriculum leaders, subject specialists, and senior leaders—to share best practice and drive improvement.

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.

Please see full information pack attached.

Applications need to be made on a Trust Application Form and supported by a covering letter.

Commitment to safeguarding

Buckden C.E. Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and
Barring Service)

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

Buckden Information Pack.pdf - 1.28 MB (opens in new tab)

ACT Privacy Notice for Job Applicants (3).pdf - 522 KB (opens in new tab)

About Buckden CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 328 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Buckden CofE Primary School website
• Email address: office@bpa.act-academytrust.org
• Phone number: 01480 810241
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/buckden-cofe-primary-school

Buckden Church of England Primary Academy is part of ACT Multi Academy Trust and is a vibrant and welcoming primary school. We pride ourselves on being a school that is at the heart of the local community, having strong links with our local parish church of St Mary’s and the local community of Buckden.

As a Church of England school we place an emphasis on the development of the whole child – both academically, spiritually, physically and mentally. The school has a strong Christian ethos, underpinned by a core set of aims and values developed by our wider community.

Arranging a visit to Buckden CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@bpa.act-academytrust.org.

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