Class Teacher

St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4DS

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 June 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  27 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Would you like to become part of an amazing school and community?

At St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, teaching is seen as a privileged opportunity to facilitate learning that inspires whilst developing positive memories that last a life time. If you share this same ethos, then you will fit right in.

We are looking for an experienced, talented permanent class teacher who will work in ourmixed-age year 3 and 4 class from September 2026.

You will:

• have high expectations;
• be reflective and excited about teaching;
• be a professional who works well as part of a small team;
• be joyful and caring;
• be committed to inclusion for all and following a trauma informed approach in school;
• be committed to contributing to the Christian ethos of our school.

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer you:

• enthusiastic children who have a real love of learning;
• experienced staff that support each other;
• leadership that encourages and promotes opportunities for professional development;
• a close-knit and caring team;
• excellent relationships with parents and the wider community;
• a rich, broad and creative curriculum which seeks to be as practical as possible;
• small class sizes (the year 3 and 4 class is expected to be just 15 children in September!).

We would welcome applications from teachers of all different levels of experience. If you would like to find out more about our welcoming and friendly village school, visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged - we are always delighted to share our learning and how we carry out our aim to 'life in all its fullness.' These can be arranged by contacting our school office on 01787 237354 or by emailing admin@st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk

To find out more information about our school, you can visit www.st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk

Information about the School

Please do not send in any CV's. All applications must be made via the online application form available athttps://www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk/Vacancies/Details.aspx?VacancyId=119585

St. Margaret's is a small village school set in the Essex countryside where the children are at the heart of all we do. We know them well and offer a caring, fulfilling environment with an emphasis on meeting individual needs within a supportive and challenging learning environment where the children feel valued.

We have a strong, Christian ethos and a vision inspired by all our stakeholders which reads: At St. Margaret's Church of England Primary School we seek to develop wisdom, encourage aspiration and promote dignity and acceptance enabling our respectful children to love a life giving back to the community. 'Live life in all its fullness.' John 10:10

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 description.pdf - 268 KB (opens in new tab)

Person Specification.pdf - 155 KB (opens in new tab)

About St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 66 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield website
• Email address: head@st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01787 237354
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-margaret-s-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school-toppesfield

Arranging a visit to St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk.

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