Class Teacher

Godmanchester Community Academy, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 2AG

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  1 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 April 2026

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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: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) MPS

Class Teacher job summary

CLASS TEACHER

Salary: MPS

Contract: Permanent, full time

ECT’s welcome to apply

Start date: September 2026

Place of work: Godmanchester Community Academy, Godmanchester, Huntingdon

Are you at the start of your teaching journey and looking for a school where you’ll be truly supported to thrive? Are you an experienced teacher looking for a new school to continue your career and further develop? Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a more experienced teacher, this could be the perfect next step for you.

At Godmanchester Community Academy, we are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our friendly, nurturing and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin or grow your teaching career in a school where children, community and values come first.

Why start your career at GCA?

We understand how important the early years of teaching are. That’s why we offer:

• A tailored ECT induction programme, with high-quality mentoring and regular release time.

• A genuinely supportive staff team, always happy to share ideas and offer a helping hand.

• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow through professional development and coaching.

• Wellbeing support and a leadership team that really listens.

Our school

Godmanchester Community Academy is a warm and welcoming school with a strong sense of community. Our values of kindness and hard work are lived out every day—in classrooms, in the playground, and in the way we support one another.

We are proud of our inclusive ethos, our enthusiastic and curious learners, and our engaging curriculum that brings learning to life. We set high expectations for every child and strive to make sure all pupils are well prepared for their futures—both academically and personally.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is excited about beginning or developing their teaching career.

• Creates a caring, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

• Has a passion for learning and helping all children to succeed.

• Is reflective, open to feedback and eager to grow professionally.

• Enjoys being part of a team and believes in the power of collaboration.

• Brings energy, kindness, and a sense of humour to the role.

In return, we offer:

• Children who are kind, curious and full of potential.

• A welcoming and positive staff culture where everyone is valued.

• Personalised support from experienced teachers and leaders.

• Opportunities to take on responsibilities as your confidence grows.

• A school where your contribution will be recognised and celebrated.

If you’re looking for a school where you’ll be encouraged, supported and inspired, we’d love to hear from you.

Come and grow with us at Godmanchester Community Academy.

For further details on the school please visit our website Godmanchester Community Academy - Home

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 Godmanchester Community Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 414 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Godmanchester Community Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/godmanchester-community-academy

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