Class Teacher

Inkersall Spencer Academy, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3SE

9 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  18 October 2025 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  9 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,350.00 Annually (Actual)

Class Teacher job summary

Join Our Team at Inkersall Spencer Academy

Inkersall Spencer Academy is a vibrant two-form entry primary school with a thriving 52-place nursery, situated in a community facing high deprivation challenges. We proudly serve a diverse pupil population, including a significant number of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and those with social care involvement. Our nursery is oversubscribed, reflecting the trust families place in us. Despite current pupil numbers being below capacity, our dedicated team is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can flourish. We place relationships at the heart of all we do. We are passionate about supporting our community and improving parental engagement to raise academic achievement.

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Y1 Teacher Vacancy

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young lives? Join Inkersall Spencer Academy as a Y1 Teacher!

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to inspire and educate our wonderful pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school with a strong team ethos and pupils who genuinely love to be at school.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality teaching to a Year 1 class, meeting the needs of all pupils.

Plan and implement engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and learning.

Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

Collaborate closely with colleagues to share best practice and support whole-school priorities.

Engage with parents and carers to support pupil development and wellbeing.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

Experience teaching early years or Key Stage 1 pupils is highly desirable.

Ability to manage a class effectively and create a positive learning environment.

Desirable Qualities

A genuine passion for working with children from diverse and challenging backgrounds.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Flexibility, resilience, and a commitment to professional development.

Enthusiasm for contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Salary

Main Scale (MPS) Permanent

Why Join Inkersall Spencer Academy?

Great team ethos: Work alongside supportive, passionate colleagues who share your commitment to pupil success.

Amazing pupils: Teach children who are eager to learn and enjoy coming to school every day.

Make a meaningful impact in a school dedicated to inclusion and community support.

Be part of a school that values your contribution and encourages professional growth.

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If you are ready to inspire the next generation and make a difference in a school that truly cares, we would love to hear from you.

Come and visit us to see what our school is like. Contact Michelle Lewis Office Manager to arrange an appointment. MLewis@inkersallspencer.org.uk

Apply today and help shape the future at Inkersall Spencer Academy!

Applicants would be expected to share the Trust’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff.

Please submit your application by no later than 17th October 2025. Our application deadlines can end earlier, so if you are keen to apply, please add your profile to this vacancy as soon as possible as we will contact you before the closing date.

Interview Date: 23rd October 2025

Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training.

Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer

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 Inkersall Spencer Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 377 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Inkersall Spencer Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/inkersall-spencer-academy

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