Class Teacher - Key Stage 2
James Dixon Primary School, London, SE20 8BWThis job expired on 19 June 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
19 June 2025 at 10:55am
Date listed
5 June 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
- James Dixon Primary School
- MPS/UPS (Outer London)
- September 2025
- Permanent; All Year Round
We are looking for an enthusiastic KS2 Class Teacher to be part of our team who enjoys working with children and has strong subject knowledge. Enthusiasm and willingness to work flexibly, establishing good relationships with pupils and staff is essential. The Class Teacher will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, under the leadership staff. They will work with individuals/groups to supervise physical/general care of pupils, including those with SEN. They will enable access for pupils and have responsibility for the management of pupils and the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
We are a supportive team, committed and hard working. We have a first class forest school; beautiful grounds, a highly successful steel band and a commitment to the Arts. If you think you would like to be part of our team, then please arrange a visit and apply online.
The school’s ultimate aim is to ensure that all children leave well prepared for secondary school – this agenda is addressed by prioritising both well-being and learning. All children are taught phonics through the Read Write Inc. scheme and additional investments have been made in high quality guided reading, writing and numeracy resources. In addition, there is a range of extra-curricular activities and a variety of opportunities to develop a broad and enriching learning experience for all pupils.
High expectations are made of all pupils to achieve and attain the very best outcomes and visitors to the school often comment on its focused yet enjoyable learning environment. Strong community links and a supportive parent/carer body contribute to the school’s journey to provide an outstanding provision for all.
Additional Benefits Include:
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site Parking
Further information about the job
Further details about the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
For further insight into James Dixon School and Swale Academies Trust, please visit:
https://www.jamesdixon.bromley.sch.uk/
https://www.swale.at/
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Kevin Minnott, Head of School, for an informal discussion regarding the post, via jdpoffice@swale.at or phone 020 87786101.
Completed applications should be sent to Thanh Ly, Office Manager, thanh.ly@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2).
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.
Date of Interview: As Soon As Possible
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About James Dixon Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 434 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- James Dixon Primary School website
- Email address
- jdpoffice@swale.at
- Phone number
- 020 87786101
James Dixon Primary School is a vibrant, diverse, caring and happy community. We embrace the diversity of our school community and feel privileged to be part of a multicultural school community. Everyone is committed to providing the best learning opportunities for our pupils. We provide opportunities for children to strengthen their independent learning, the ability to accept challenge and to believe in themselves.
At James Dixon we recognise the benefits and positive impact that Learning Outside the Classroom and The Arts have on our pupils and are committed to ensuring that they have real and memorable experiences which enable them to have fun, experience personal success, feel challenged and become productive citizens who take pride in their school community, local community and will grow to understand their roles and responsibilities as global citizens.
We value respect, cooperation, resilience and honesty. During their time at James Dixon, pupils are encouraged to work towards their personal goals through our broad, exciting and original curriculum.
Arranging a visit to James Dixon Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jdpoffice@swale.at.
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