Class Teacher

Denaby Main Primary Academy, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 4HZ

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,399.00 - £47,407.00 Annually (Actual) MPS

Class Teacher job summary

Class Teacher (Key Stage One or Two dependent on experience)

Denaby Main Primary Academy

Salary: £34,399 - £47,407
Closing date: 15th October 2026

Join Our Team

Thank you for your interest in the post of Class Teacher at our academy. We are looking to appoint a highly knowledgeable, highly skilled class teacher, who has experience of teaching in Key Stage One or Two. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate team in which you will be fully supported in your development.

About Us

Denaby Main is a 3-11 academy and is located in Denaby, South Yorkshire. Our children enjoy coming to school and thrive on the positive relationships that they build with each other and staff.

We have a fully inclusive ethos in which we believe that all children can achieve the highest standards. This is driven by our approach to quality first teaching, research-based approaches to pedagogy and extremely high expectations for all.

We have a very strong and committed staff team who work closely together to provide the very best opportunities for all children. Teamwork is a strong part of our ethos, with a supportive and nurturing approach and a culture of continual improvement being promoted by senior leaders. Staff say that ‘leaders care about their well-being and that they feel supported.’

We are proud to be part of Astrea Academy Trust, which is an inspirational academies network that aims to give children and young people from all backgrounds an education that will transform their lives. Astrea Academies Trust provides enhanced CPD opportunities for staff and offers a clear career progression pathway through the Astrea Talent Programme.

Overall Purpose of the Role

• To be responsible for the planning, teaching, monitoring, assessing and evaluating high‑quality learning for all pupils.
• Contribute to the collective responsibility for the wellbeing, behaviour and personal development of pupils.
• Work within a fully inclusive ethos, ensuring equality of opportunity and high expectations for every learner.
• Be accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in teaching, conduct and pupil outcomes.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people.
• Work collaboratively as part of the whole‑school team.
• Act within statutory frameworks including the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and Teachers’ Standards (2012).

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who embodies the academy’s values of: scholarship, curiosity, tenacity and kindness and will ensure that all children ‘Learn, Thrive and Succeed’. Someone who:

• Is enthusiastic, ambitious and committed to inspiring children in their learning.
• Has high expectations and seeks to secure the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Sets high expectations of themselves and is pro-active in striving to achieve these goals.
• Is an outstanding role model for colleagues, pupils and the wider community.
• Is fully committed to giving children the best possible start and will tackle head on the barriers that stand in the way of children’s success.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is keen to share expertise, collaborate across Astrea academies and contribute to the wider trust community.
• Brings the energy, determination and passion to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Can Offer You

Joining Denaby Main Primary Academy means becoming part of a hard-working, supportive, collaborative and innovative team. We offer:

• Children who enjoy coming to school and love learning.
• Leadership that is absolutely invested in staff development, high‑quality CPD and a genuine commitment to staff well-being.
• A committed and caring staff team driven by building both children’s and staff success loops.
• A calm and caring environment with a strong sense of team.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate with other Astrea schools.
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org. We would love to meet you and show you around our beautiful school and talk to you about our ethos. Please contact Jo White, the principal to arrange a visit joanna.white@astreadenabymain.org

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

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

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local community.

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 Denaby Main Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 164 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Denaby Main Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/denaby-main-primary-academy

We are a small and friendly, family school committed to giving all children the best possible education and care so that they make a successful start on their learning journey. Denaby Main Academy is an exciting school where children have the opportunity to work as part of a team, make a difference as a School Council or an Eco Council member, develop leadership as a Playgroup Leader and excel in their learning. I know your child would enjoy being part of our family.

I hope that you find the information contained within our website useful but please contact me or your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns. For more information, please click on our prospectus link.

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