Class Teacher
St Neot Community Primary School, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 6NL34 days remaining to apply
Job start date
3 September 2026
Closing date
27 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
24 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
- M1 - M6
Additional allowances
UPS 1 - 2
What skills and experience we're looking for
St Neot Primary School is a warm and vibrant village school where every child is valued as an individual and staff are supported as part of a collaborative and inspiring team.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly effective teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences and maintaining high expectations for both achievement and behaviour. The successful candidate will inspire a love of learning and support pupils to grow in confidence, independence and resilience.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our small rural primary school, where strong relationships, community values and personalised learning are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development and who will contribute positively to our strong team ethos and the wider life of the school.
Join Our Team – Primary Teacher Opportunity
At St Neot School, we are committed to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community where every child is empowered to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate primary teacher who shares our vision and drive for excellence.
You will:
Build strong, trusting relationships with children, supporting positive behaviour and fostering a love of learning.
Communicate clearly and effectively, delivering lessons that engage pupils and provide meaningful feedback.
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and excellent organisational skills, planning lessons with care and attention.
Be dedicated to inclusive practices, understanding SEND provision and meeting the needs of every child, valuing their individuality.
Bring energy, positivity, and flexibility, enjoying collaboration with colleagues and contributing to a supportive team environment.
Be professionally curious, eager to develop your own skills through reflection, research, and professional development.
Share a specialist area of expertise to lead across the school—please include your curriculum strengths in your application.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer Our Staff:
A welcoming, close-knit community where everyone feels valued
A positive, child-centred culture that puts wellbeing and relationships first
A dedicated, creative, and hardworking team passionate about making a difference
Exciting opportunities for professional growth and continuous development
A supportive environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and new ideas
We would strongly encourage you to contact to us to arrange a tour of the school in advance of applying.
Further information about the job
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
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Neot Community Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 98 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Neot Community Primary School website
- Email address
- nic@st-neot.cornwall.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01579 320580
Class Teacher Job Description St Neot Primary School and Nursery is a welcoming and inclusive primary school at the heart of our community, where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive. Our pupils are enthusiastic and eager to learn, and we are proud of the supportive relationships that exist between staff, children and families. We are committed to high-quality teaching and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on both academic achievement and pupils’ personal development. Our dedicated and collaborative staff team work closely together to create a nurturing environment where everyone feels supported, inspired and motivated to succeed.
We are looking for an inspiring teacher to join our school community who share and demonstrate our beliefs:
● Inspiring Learning● Embracing Challenge● Achieving Success for All
Job Title | Class Teacher
Grade | Teachers Main Scale M1 – M5 / UPS 1 - 2
Contract Type | Permanent
Based | St Neot Primary School and Nursery
Reports to | Headteacher and SENCo
Liaison with | Headteacher, Teaching and Support Colleagues, Pupils, Parents, external agencies, visitors and Governors
Teacher
Job Purpose | To plan, deliver and assess high-quality teaching for pupils, creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment that enables pupils to engage with education, develop positive attitudes, and make academic and personal progress.
Specific Duties
Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and adapted learning in line with the national curriculum
Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using data to inform teaching
Create a positive, safe and stimulating classroom environment
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL
Promote high expectations of behaviour and learning
Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents/carers
Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities and events
Maintain accurate records and fulfil statutory duties
Promote a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment that supports emotional regulation.
Use positive behaviour strategies and restorative approaches to support pupils’ development.
Monitor and assess pupil progress and adapt teaching accordingly.
Support pupils to develop resilience, confidence and independence in learning.
Behaviour and Pastoral Support
Implement the school’s behaviour policy and SEMH support strategies.
Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour.
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and wellbeing.
Work with pastoral staff to support behaviour plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies. Promote a culture of respect, safety and inclusion.
Planning, Assessment and Monitoring
Assess pupils’ progress and maintain accurate records of attainment and development.
Track progress against learning targets and support the development of personalised learning pathways. Use assessment information to inform planning and intervention.
Collaboration and Communication
Work closely with Learning Support Assistants and other support staff to meet pupils’ needs.
Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding pupil progress and wellbeing.
Work collaboratively with external agencies such as therapists, educational psychologists and social workers where appropriate.
Contribute to staff meetings, reviews and multi-agency meetings.
Safeguarding and Wellbeing
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in line with school safeguarding policies.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ensure pupils feel safe and supported.
Be vigilant to safeguarding concerns and report them in line with school procedures.
Arranging a visit to St Neot Community Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nic@st-neot.cornwall.sch.uk.
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