Class teacher KS2

Whitehill Primary School, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 5HN

Deadline is today

• Start date details

  Sept 2025

• Closing date

  23 May 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS depending on experience + Recruitment allowance £3,000

Class teacher KS2 job summary

Whitehill Primary School is in an exciting phase of its improvement journey and we need like -minded professionals to join our happy, determined team. We are at a juncture where we might have the perfect opportunity for you.

As a school, we actively encourage growth and development and as such, provide a full package of CPD, opportunities for people to step up as leaders and mentoring where needed. As a large school, we have lots of scope for our employees to learn and thrive. We value and look after our team and as part of our offer.

Whitehill serves a diverse community. Our vision is for all children to experience inspirational learning, to develop aspirational ideas and have future success. We are proud of, celebrate, value and embrace the rich diversity within our school and beyond. We strive to assist every child so that they feel safe, have the confidence and resilience to make and learn from their mistakes and to overcome any difficulties. We want all our students to discover the joy of friendships and the joy of learning, to develop into well rounded individuals who can thrive academically and socially and ultimately contribute positively to the world, succeed throughout life and fulfil their dreams without limits.

What are we looking?We are looking for an experienced teacher who:

Is aspirational and inspirational

Is a keen learner, who is reflective and is committed to improving their practice

Has high expectations of themselves and the children

Is passionate, shows initiative but remains grounded

Models exceptional professionalism, commitment and integrity and uses their excellent interpersonal skills to establish positive working relationships with their team, parents and children

Contributes to wider school life, and understands the importance of being part of a wider school community

There is also the possibility of a leadership role for the right candidate.

If this describes you, we would love to hear from you.

This role carries a recruitment and retention allowance of £3,000 spread over two years. Please contact Mrs J Lumley on 07717743651 for full details.

Commitment to safeguarding

All staff must complete safeguarding training,

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs are not accepted.

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.

About Whitehill Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 645 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Whitehill Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whitehill-primary-school-da12-5hn

Whitehill is an inclusive primary school, with a current roll of 670 children, serving a diverse community. We strive to build confident, ambitious and independent learners. We are proud that our children enjoy high quality, enriched learning with exciting opportunities.

Whitehill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will conduct all necessary safer recruitment checks before employment commences.

This post is subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, reference checks, identity and proof of right to work in the UK. Whitehill Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

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