Class Teacher
Bowman Academy, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE12 9BN11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
August 2026
Closing date
21 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
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
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE)
Class Teacher job summary
Bowman Academy is a specialist all-through free school for pupils aged 4-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Admissions to the school is for pupils with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) issued by the Local Authority. Bowman Academy is located in the market town of Shepshed, Leicestershire.
At Bowman Academy, we will provide a tailored curriculum designed to prepare pupils to be confident, successful and resilient individuals who make outstanding progress and are prepared for life after school.
The school officially opened in August 2024 and is part of the Community Inclusive Trust, a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
Join Our Team at Bowman Academy
Bowman Academy is a growing specialist all-through free school for pupils aged 4-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Located in the market town of Shepshed, Leicestershire, we provide a high-quality, inclusive education for pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) issued by the Local Authority.
At Bowman Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every pupil thrives. Our carefully designed, personalised curriculum enables pupils to become confident, successful and resilient individuals, fully prepared for life beyond school.
Our vision is for all pupils to develop into “Bowman Archers” - young people who are: Ambitious, Respectful, Curious, Happy, Empowered and Resilient.
To find out more about our school, please visit our website: 👉 https://bowman-cit.co.uk
Our approach is built upon strong, positive relationships. We believe that trusting, consistent relationships between staff and pupils are the foundation for success. By creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, we ensure that every pupil feels understood, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
As part of the Community Inclusive Trust, we benefit from a strong network of schools and a shared commitment to inclusive, high-quality education.
👉 Find out more about our school: https://bowman-cit.co.uk
Our Values -
At Bowman Academy, we are proud to develop pupils as Bowman Archers. This means living and demonstrating our core values every day:
- Trust - building positive relationships and acting with integrity
- Honesty - being truthful, open, and taking responsibility
- Respect - valuing ourselves, others, and our community
- Fairness - treating everyone with equality and understanding
These values underpin everything we do and support our pupils to grow into confident, resilient individuals ready for the future.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher to join our dedicated and passionate team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a growing academy and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
What We Offer
- A comprehensive and supportive induction programme
- A large, friendly and committed staff team
- A personalised CPD programme with excellent career progression opportunities
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils’ lives and futures
- The chance to contribute to the development of a new and ambitious school
- An innovative and forward-thinking leadership team
- Access to Local Government or Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Bike2Work Scheme
Further Information
To find out more about this role or to arrange a visit, please contact: Kelly Atilkan / Senior Administrator / 01509 363063 bowman.enquiries@bowman-cit.co.uk
Key Dates
Closing Date: Midnight, 21st June 2026
Interview Date: TBC
CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Bowman Academy
- School type
- Free Schools, None, ages 4 to 16
- School size
- 41 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bowman Academy website
School location
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