17 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    Monday 20th April 2026

  • Closing date

    2 March 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    12 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Class Teacher job summary

Permanent Class Teacher - EYFS in the first instance - Starting Monday 20th April 2026

Are you an inspirational Early Years teacher who believes that every child deserves the very best start? Do you thrive in a nurturing, values-driven environment where hope, encouragement and aspiration shape daily life? If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We are delighted to be recruiting for an EYFS Class Teacher to join our two-form entry Church school that sits at the heart of its community. This is a school where children flourish, staff are genuinely supported, and high expectations are balanced with warmth, care and joy- and was recently graded Outstanding in all areas (Feb 2025). As part of Infinity Academies Trust, you will benefit from exceptional professional development, collaboration and career progression opportunities.

About the School

This vibrant and inclusive Church school is built on a strong Christian ethos of encouraging one another, overflowing with hope, and serving the community with compassion and integrity. The EYFS team is passionate, creative and highly skilled, working together to create an environment where curiosity is celebrated, independence is nurtured, and every child feels safe, valued and inspired to learn.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated, reflective and enthusiastic EYFS teacher who:

Has a deep understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS framework

Creates a stimulating, language-rich environment

Has high expectations of behaviour, personal development, attitudes and achievement

Is committed to inclusive practice and meeting the needs of all learners

Brings energy, creativity and warmth into the classroom every day

Fully embraces and contributes to the Church school ethos and wider life of the school

What’s On Offer

The opportunity to join a highly regarded, supportive and forward-thinking school

Access to exceptional CPD and leadership development through the MAT

A collaborative culture where staff wellbeing and professional growth are truly valued

Well-resourced learning environments and a strong, supportive leadership team

The chance to make a lasting impact at the very start of a child’s educational journey

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for both experienced EYFS teachers and ambitious ECTs who are passionate about early learning and eager to grow within a thriving, values-led school community.

If you are ready to bring inspiration, compassion and excellence into the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to begin a rewarding journey where hope grows, potential flourishes, and every child’s story begins beautifully.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please call the school office to enquire Tel 01205362860


St Thomas C of Primary Academy is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting child welfare. The appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and ‘Prohibition’ and ‘Disqualification’ checks. All references will be taken up before interview.

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.

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About St Thomas CofE Primary Academy

School type
Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
415 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
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Our distinctive Christian ethos of ‘encouraging others, overflowing with hope’ is at the heart of all we do and drives our core purpose every day. We are a good school with an outstanding SIAMS grading (2017). We have high aspirations and are fully committed to ensuring that all of our children flourish in all aspects of their development regardless of their starting point. Day to day you will see our children play together, pray together and learn together. You will hear laughter and feel an abundance of joy as you walk around our well-equipped and vibrant site.

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