Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Cedar Children's Academy, Rochester, Kent, ME2 2JP

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  February 2026

• Closing date

  23 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  11 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,280 - £52,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking for your next role in primary education?

We are seeking a Classroom Teacher to join our supportive team at Cedar Children’s Academy.The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning, possess a positive and proactive attitude, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. You will be an Outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievements and behaviour, with the ability to plan and deliver a creative and inclusive curriculum.

As part of our team, you will play an active role in the further development of our school and our trust, joining us in our aims to make learning irresistible and to provide a nurturing and safe environmentwhere every child can thrive.

We’d love to hear from you if you have a genuine passion for primary education and a commitment to delivering engaging lessons.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our on-site staff car park.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Danielle Donoghue (Danielle.Donoghue@cedar.tsat.uk).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

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CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Cedar Children's Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 652 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cedar Children's Academy website
• Email address: Danielle.Donoghue@cedar.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cedar-children-s-academy

At Cedar, we believe in a strong partnership between the school and parents, benefiting our children with stability and the ability to develop, an inspiring workforce who show a relentless dedication to school improvement.

“Staff feel well supported by leaders. Teachers recognise that leaders have worked hard to make sure their workloads are managed fairly.”   

“Staff value the training and support they receive. Leaders recognise talent in staff and deploy them across the school to coach and support colleagues.” Ofsted Report May 2019

We encourage pupils to be proud of their school and achieve in an exciting environment. We celebrate everyone’s success and provide each pupil with the life chances they deserve. We are relentless in pursuing the best and show care and hope for all our pupils who will become young adults of the future.

Arranging a visit to Cedar Children's Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Danielle.Donoghue@cedar.tsat.uk.

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