Class teacher

Clipstone Brook Lower School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PG

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  26 March 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: M3-M6/ UPS
• Additional allowances:

  M3-M6/ UPS

Class teacher job summary

About Clipstone Brook Lower School

Located in the heart of Leighton Buzzard, our school serves around 300 pupils from ages 3 to 9, including a 16-place pre-school setting. We proudly cater to an increasingly diverse community.

Our school ethos is built on kindness, respect, and restorative approaches that create a safe and nurturing environment where pupils grow both academically and personally.

Our vision — Belong, Thrive, Learn — guides our work every day and is at the heart of our school community.

About the Role

As a Class Teacher at Clipstone Brook Lower School, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that motivate pupils and foster a love of learning
• Plan thoughtfully to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND, ensuring every child makes good progress
• Act as a subject specialist and contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and teaching strategies
• Support and mentor colleagues and trainees, sharing your expertise and enthusiasm
• Play a full part in school life, working collaboratively with staff, pupils, and parents to uphold our values and ethos
• Commit to your own continuous professional development, staying up-to-date with educational best practice and contributing to whole-school improvement

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and reflective environment where your contribution will be valued.

About You

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is a qualified teacher with successful experience from Reception to Year 4.
• Has a flair and passion for the art of teaching.
• Has a genuine commitment to inclusive education and the ability to adapt teaching to support all pupils’ progress.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
• Demonstrates high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour, fostering a positive and calm learning environment.
• Embraces restorative and relational approaches to behaviour and wellbeing.
• Has strong subject knowledge and confidence in using ICT to enhance learning.
• Is enthusiastic about professional growth, collaboration, and contributing to wider school life.
• Understand the role of a subject leader and demonstrate your impact in whichever subject you have led.

If you share our passion for nurturing every pupil’s potential and are ready to grow alongside us, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

We are a school that can offer:

• a team ethos approach to curriculum planning and organisation.
• a therapeutic / restorative approach to understanding relationships and behaviour.
• a genuine committment to staff wellbeing.
• a visible, supportive and approachable leadership team.
• a well-resourced classrooms and fantastic outdoor spaces including growing areas.
• a strong, committed and supportive team of staff and governors.
• a friendly team who genuinely care about and support each other.
• children that love being at Clipstone Brook.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate classroom teacher who is keen to develop themselves and the school as part of our learning journey. Come and be part of our team!

We would love you to come along and visit our school.

Please contact Mrs Zoe Toms, the office manager on 01525 376085 to arrange a tour and informal meeting with Sarah Orr, our headteacher.

Please visit our website for further information about our school: www.clipstonebrooklower.co.uk

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

The school is committed to stringent safeguarding procedures. This position will include full adherence to safer recruitment guidelines. The role will consist of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before the commencement of employment. We will also apply for references before the interview from your current/ most recent employer.

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 Clipstone Brook Lower School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 297 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Clipstone Brook Lower School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/clipstone-brook-lower-school

THIS IS A ‘GOOD’ SCHOOL under the new framework (Ofsted November 2019)

Clipstone Brook Lower School is a forward-thinking, friendly, and supportive place of work based in Leighton Buzzard, set on stunning grounds. We aim to give children the best start in education and strive to achieve academically and personally ambitious outcomes.

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