Class Teacher

Knowles Primary School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK2 2HB

42 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  23 April 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  11 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday, full-time, full year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: M1-M9

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for:

• Somebody who holds QTS
• Somebody who is able to raise and sustain high standards
• Somebody who has excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff and parents
• Somebody who is able to enthuse and inspire children
• Somebody who can contribute to a dynamic and hardworking team
• Somebody who is committed to safeguarding our children and promoting the welfare of our students

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to make a real difference to children’s education
• Children who are happy and proud to attend school
• A professional and caring atmosphere
• The opportunity to work with a clear values system, with pupils whose behaviour and attitudes to learning are recognised as a strength of the school.
• A well planned curriculum with high quality resources that support with planning and delivery; including a suite of well resourced subject specific teaching spaces
• A friendly and supportive staff who are driven and motivated by school improvement
• A strong induction programme

Training and development opportunities will be offered. All staff are encouraged to study further and the trust will actively support staff to obtain relevant further qualifications where possible.

Tove Learning Trust is a fast moving and exciting place to work. The trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.

Further details about the role

How to apply

Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Further information can be found on our website: https://www.knowlesprimaryschool.org.uk/vacancies. Completed applications should be sent to Jane Day via E: recruitment@kpsmk.uk, tel: 01908 373588.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About Knowles Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 315 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Knowles Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@kpsmk.uk
• Phone number: 01908 373588
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/knowles-primary-school-milton-keynes

Knowles is an incredible school, recently rated Good by Ofsted with Outstanding judgements in Personal Development, Behaviour & Attitudes, Leadership and Early Years.

We have a dedicated, hard working and friendly team who put children first and ensure they are happy, safe and confident. Our shared values at Knowles support us to think about the kind of people we aspire to be and the education we aspire to.

We have an exceptional, happy, caring and safe environment in which children flourish; develop self-confidence and independence; are considerate and show respect for others. At Knowles, our children work hard; have a positive attitude to learning and become confident in their own ability. We are continuously seeking excellence for all
children.

Arranging a visit to Knowles Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@kpsmk.uk.

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