Class Teacher

Lakeview School, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6BH

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st January 2027

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 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

Lakeview Primary School is a successful two form entry school located in the village of Wixams, on the edge of Bedford. We are officially a GOOD school, following our last two inspections (the latest being October 22) and this is an excellent time to be joining us, as we continue on our school development learning journey.

We are a dynamic learning community who have the very highest of expectations and are passionate about the curriculum. We are on the exciting journey of continuing to develop our school and our curriculum.

We are passionate about providing the best possible opportunities and outcomes for our children and staff. Leaders, Teachers and Governors work alongside each other in order to continually strive to achieve this. We believe wholeheartedly in our values of Kindness, Responsibility, Respect, Aspiration, Excellence and Perseverance. We are extremely caring, outward-looking and highly inclusive.

We are looking to appoint a skilled, Classroom Teacher who:

• Is driven by a genuine desire to improve outcomes and life chances for every child.

• Builds positive relationships with children and families.

• Has high expectations for every child and a strong commitment to inclusion.

• Delivers consistently high-quality teaching and learning.

• Has a passion for inclusion and uses assessment for learning effectively to identify needs, adapt teaching and ensure all pupils succeed.

Working Hours:

Why not come and visit to see our amazing children and team for yourself?

In return, we can offer:

• Well behaved children who are a delight to teach
• A wonderful school community
• A committed team of like-minded practitioners and leaders who continually strive to develop the very best practices, experiences and opportunities in school
• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team who will support your development
• A well resourced and welcoming environment with a team who like to have fun!

If you would like to book a visit, please contact our office to arrange an appointment on 01234 741653.

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 (DBS).

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Where applicable, shortlisted candidates may be observed teaching in their current school setting prior to the final interview stage, allowing us to see you at your best in a familiar environment.

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 Lakeview School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 436 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Lakeview School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lakeview-school-bedford

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