Classroom Teacher

Ladysmith Junior School, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2PT

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  19 May 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  9 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: 31650.00 - 43607.00 (UPS will be considered for the right candidate)

Classroom Teacher job summary

Nestled in the heart of Exeter, Ladysmith Junior School boasts glorious, expansive grounds that offer a perfect backdrop for learning, exploration, and hands on learning. Our school is a thriving, inclusive community where children are encouraged to be enthusiastic, curious learners every single day. 

We are currently seeking new team members who are ready to bring energy, commitment, and creativity to our school. Whether you are an experienced educator or early in your teaching journey, we are looking for individuals who are eager to make a real difference—people who value strong relationships, inspire children through high-quality teaching, and contribute positively to our collaborative culture.

We have a variety of exciting opportunities available. Please indicate your preferred working pattern in your application, as we have both full time and part time positions available. In return, we offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment where professional development is actively encouraged and wellbeing is prioritised. We have a highly committed, welcoming team of staff who are passionate about providing the best possible education and care for our pupils.

If you believe in nurturing potential, value continuous improvement, and want to be part of a school that genuinely puts children at the heart of everything it does, we’d love to hear from you.

Come and be a part of something special at Ladysmith Junior School.

We are looking for a rigorous and relentless practitioner to bring learning to life for our pupils. You will be determined and skilful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, so that every pupil can truly flourish. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the school and the hub is essential.

This is an exciting role; in joining us, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will develop your teaching and leadership skills in a Trust that has a strong focus on CPD.

When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification, listing any additional subject strengths and providing details of how you have gone above and beyond for the children within your care.

  

If you would like to arrange a tour of our school, please contact Emma Harris, Trainee People Advisor on 01392 349140 or via email to people@stcmat.org.

Your completed application form should be submitted by 9am on Monday 19^th May. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21^st May.   

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

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 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.

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About Ladysmith Junior School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 346 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ladysmith-junior-school

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