Class Teacher

Leigh Academy Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6JE

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  1 September 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 August 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

What you'll bring:

• A genuine love for primary education and a passion for creating engaging and inspiring lessons.
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and a positive outlook.

What the school offers its staff

What makes Leigh Academy Paddock Wood a special place to work:

• A warm, welcoming, and supportive school community.
• Wonderful children who are eager to learn and grow.
• A dedicated and collaborative team of teachers and support staff.
• A commitment to your professional development and well-being.
• A leadership team that values your contributions and encourages innovation.
• A truly positive atmosphere where you'll feel valued and appreciated.

Ready to inspire bright futures? We encourage you to apply!

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.

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for a truly inspiring place to make a real difference? Leigh Academy Paddock Wood is seeking an enthusiasticClass Teacherto join our warm and supportive team! We are a school that cherishes creativity, celebrates individuality, and is deeply committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for all our children.

At Leigh Academy Paddock Wood, your ideas will be valued, collaboration is key, and the joy of learning fills every classroom. You'll be part of a close-knit community where you can truly flourish and help young minds blossom. We believe in nurturing both our pupils and our staff, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

We warmly encourage you to experience first-hand the inspiring and purposeful environment at Leigh Academy Paddock Wood. Pre-application visits or phone calls to discuss the role with a member of our team are both welcomed. To arrange a visit or call, please contactAmy Wenban(Recruitment Advisor) atamy.wenban@latrust.org.uk.

This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering Main Pay Scale, commensurate with experience.

Please Note: We may conduct interviews as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity!

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

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About Leigh Academy Paddock Wood

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 616 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Paddock Wood website
• Email address: talent@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/paddock-wood-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy Paddock Wood

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email talent@latrust.org.uk.

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