Class Teacher

James Peacock Infant and Nursery School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG11 6DS

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (843)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main purpose

• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and meet the Teachers’ Standards.
• Plan, teach and assess well‑structured lessons in line with the school curriculum so pupils develop secure, deep and fluent knowledge.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, wellbeing and positive relationships.

Teaching and learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, knowledge‑rich lessons from Nursery to Year 2 as required, balancing adult‑led and child‑initiated learning in EYFS.
• Teach systematic phonics and develop early reading using the RWI programme
• Use appropriate manipulatives and approaches (for example Mastering Number) to build mathematical fluency.
• Use formative assessment (in the moment and planned) to identify gaps in knowledge and adapt teaching.
• Remove scaffolding at appropriate stages to develop pupil independence and fluency.
• Record, report and moderate pupil progress; participate in pupil progress meetings.

Inclusion and pastoral

• Quickly identify pupils with barriers to learning (SEND, PP, EAL, LAC) and put in timely adaptations and interventions; work with SENCo and external agencies.
• Promote the school’s PROUD values and model high expectations for behaviour.
• Develop strong relationships with parents and carers and communicate progress and next steps.

Curriculum development and professional contribution

• Contribute to subject teams and whole‑school curriculum development.
• Take part in monitoring and evaluation, CPD, coaching and triads; respond to feedback.
• Lead areas of responsibility when required and contribute positively to school life, OPAL and extra‑curricular activities.

Safeguarding and professional conduct

• Work in line with KCSIE (2026) and the school safeguarding policy; report concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Maintain professional standards, confidentiality and high attendance/punctuality.

Other duties

• Carry out supervisory and administrative duties as required.
• Participate in school events and parent meetings as necessary.

What the school offers its staff

At James Peacock we celebrate every child as a unique individual. Our curriculum hooks children into learning through memorable, first‑hand experiences and a carefully sequenced progression from Nursery to Year 2. We prioritise high‑quality early reading and phonics, language development, OPAL outdoor learning and inclusive practice so every pupil, including those who are disadvantaged or have SEND can flourish.

We are committed to developing our staff and actively support colleagues to be the very best they can be. Many members of our team have completed NPQs and other externally accredited training, and we provide a planned CPD programme that combines expert-led workshops, coaching and collaborative triads. Staff work closely together in our three‑form entry model, sharing planning, resources and practice so lessons are engaging, knowledge‑rich and consistently well delivered. We also encourage creative, experiential approaches and make full use of our outdoor space and OPAL provision to bring learning to life.

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.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About James Peacock Infant and Nursery School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 300 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: James Peacock Infant and Nursery School website
• Email address: office@jamespeacock.org.uk
• Phone number: 01159144225
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/james-peacock-infant-and-nursery-school

Arranging a visit to James Peacock Infant and Nursery School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@jamespeacock.org.uk.

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