Class Teacher

Leigh Academy High Halstow, Rochester, Kent, ME3 8TF

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  30 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additionalLAT benefits.

Are you an inspiring, creative, and passionate teacher? Leigh Academy High Halstow has an exciting opportunity for a dedicatedClass Teacherto join our welcoming and supportive team from September 2026.

At Leigh Academy High Halstow, we are proud of our strong community ethos and commitment to ensuring every child receives an excellent education. Our academy is a place where children are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

From September 2025, our academy expanded its age range to include provision for children aged 3-4, further strengthening our commitment to supporting pupils throughout the early stages of their education. Our extensive outdoor space provides rich opportunities for learning, exploration, and play, helping children develop both academically and personally.

We are seeking a teacher who places children at the heart of school life and has high expectations for both achievement and behaviour. You will be someone who inspires and motivates pupils to reach their full potential while fostering a positive and engaging classroom environment.

In return, you will join a school with supportive colleagues and hardworking pupils, where collaboration and shared ambition drive success. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that values creativity, dedication, and continuous improvement.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a welcoming and ambitious academy community
• Supportive colleagues and enthusiastic, hardworking pupils
• Extensive outdoor space that enriches teaching and learning opportunities
• A collaborative and forward-thinking environment where teamwork is valued
• Access to excellent professional development opportunities within the wider Leigh Academies Trust network

If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to our school’s continued success, we look forward to receiving your application.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Pack _ Teacher (Primary) _ Leigh Academy High Halstow.pdf - 855 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh Academy High Halstow

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 212 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy High Halstow website
• Email address: isabelle.elliott@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/high-halstow-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Leigh Academy High Halstow

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email isabelle.elliott@latrust.org.uk.

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