Class Teacher (Fixed Term)

Grampian Primary Academy, Derby, DE24 9LU

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 April 2026

• Closing date

  8 March 2026 at 10:59pm

• Date listed

  13 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) Teachers Main Pay Scale 1-6

Class Teacher (Fixed Term) job summary

Fixed Term Role with Real Potential for a Permanent Future

Grampian Primary Academy
Start: 13/04/2026
Contract: Fixed term initially to 31/08/2026
Salary: MPS (Primary)
Hours: Full time

Unlock Positive Futures With Us

At Grampian Primary Academy, we are exceptionally proud of our children, our community, and our shared belief that every child deserves the chance to flourish. Our mission is simple but powerful: to unlock positive futures.

We know children learn best when they feel happy, valued, confident, and inspired — and that’s exactly the environment we strive to create every day. Strong, positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

What Makes Grampian Special

Two key elements define our culture:

Grampian CAN

Our ethos is built around our three core values:
Commitment — Aspiration — Nurture
These values shape our decisions, relationships, and expectations.

The League of Rocks

Through this unique approach, we help children develop the attitudes, skills and resilience needed to become successful learners.

Our curriculum is exciting, relevant and designed to foster a lifelong love of learning. Children enjoy spacious grounds, well‑resourced classrooms, and a school team committed to helping every child be the best they can be.

We cater for approximately 240 pupils aged 3-11, across eight well‑resourced classes. We are proud to be part of Anthem Schools Trust, working collectively to create ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join us on a fixed‑term basis, with the genuine possibility of a permanent role.

You will:

• Deliver high‑quality teaching that motivates, inspires, and challenges pupils.
• Plan and deliver well‑structured lessons linked to our engaging curriculum.
• Promote excellent progress and outcomes for all learners.
• Foster positive behaviour through our nurturing and consistent approach.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and to our vibrant learning culture.

What We’re Looking For

Someone who is:

• Passionate about primary education and committed to raising standards.
• Creative, reflective, and enthusiastic about developing their practice.
• Skilled in adapting teaching to meet pupils' diverse needs.
• A strong team player who embraces collaboration.
• Motivated by helping children feel safe, confident, and proud of their achievements.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Whether you are experienced or early in your teaching journey, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A warm, supportive and inclusive school community.
• Children who are eager to learn and full of potential.
• A well‑resourced environment with extensive outdoor space.
• Professional development through both school and Anthem-wide opportunities.
• A forward‑thinking school culture where relationships, wellbeing and ambition matter.

Visits are warmly welcomed, come and see what makes Grampian such a special place to teach.

Join us in Unlocking Positive Futures

If you’re passionate, committed and ready to make a difference, we can’t wait to meet you.

Employee Benefits

At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you’ll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

Cycle Scheme - Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.

Tech & Home Scheme - Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.

Corporate Health Cash Plan - Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.

Eye Care - Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.

Employee Assistance Programme - Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.

Employee Referral Scheme - Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.

Anthem Institute - Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.

At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!

Anthem Schools Trust is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children’s Barred List check and satisfactory references.

It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a ‘regulated activity’. The position advertised is a ‘regulated activity’ and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 [Exceptions] Order 1975.

Anthem will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates.

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.

About Grampian Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 229 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Grampian Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/grampian-primary-academy

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