Class Teacher
Southgate Primary, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6DG7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
19 October 2026 at 11:30am
Date listed
12 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- GLF MPR-UPR
Class Teacher job summary
Join Southgate Primary School, a thriving, community-centred school in the heart of Crawley, and take the next exciting step in your teaching career. We are seeking an inspiring and ambitious Year 6 Class Teacher to join our team on a permanent basis from January 2027.
Your Opportunity
As part of GLF Schools, you will benefit from being part of a high-performing multi-academy trust that is committed to developing future leaders. This role offers far more than classroom teaching; it provides a genuine opportunity to accelerate your professional growth through access to extensive professional development, cross-trust collaboration, leadership pathways and the chance to contribute to whole-school improvement initiatives.
As a valued member of our teaching team, you will deliver high-quality teaching, help shape an engaging and ambitious curriculum, and play an active role in driving excellent outcomes for all pupils. You will work alongside talented colleagues, benefit from expert coaching and development opportunities, and have the platform to develop your leadership skills and broaden your impact beyond your classroom.
Whether you are looking to take the next step in your career or have aspirations for future leadership, GLF Schools offers the support, opportunities and networks to help you achieve your goals while making a lasting difference to the lives of young people.
If you are passionate about educational excellence, eager to develop professionally and excited by the prospect of future leadership opportunities, we would be delighted to hear from you.
What we are looking for
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and creativity in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to the needs of all learners.
- Has a strong commitment to raising pupil achievement and fostering a love of learning.
- Values inclusion and diversity, ensuring every child feels supported and valued.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment, working effectively as part of a team with colleagues, pupils, and parents.
- Is committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice to enhance their teaching skills.
- Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Embraces the values of our school and Multi-Academy Trust, contributing to our culture of excellence and innovation.
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
About Southgate Primary School
Our school sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Southgate Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: January 2027
Pay Scale: GLF MPR-UPR (+R&R Allowance dependent on experience)
Contract type: Permanent
Closing Date: 19th October 2026
Interview date: W/C 19th October
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Statement
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Southgate Primary
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 267 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Southgate Primary website
School location
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