Classroom Teacher Maternity cover

Barnehurst Junior School, Erith, Kent, DA8 3NL

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  29 April 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: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: From £37,870.00 Main Teacher Payscale
• Additional allowances:

  From £37,870.00 Main Teacher Payscale

Classroom Teacher Maternity cover job summary

The School:

The Federation of Barnehurst Schools comprises two-form entry schools, including Barnehurst Infants and Nursery and Barnehurst Juniors. Both are oversubscribed, outstanding schools that value thommunity and have built a strong reputation for excellence over the years.

As a high-achieving learning community, dedicated to the development and care of every child, the school prides itself on its calm and purposeful environment where children feel supported, challenged and extended.

Barnehurst strives to build intellectual minds capable of flexibility, problem-solving, and tackling challenges with a growth mindset. It offers an innovative and engaging Global Citizenship curriculum, preparing children for life in the 21st century.

Emotional well-being is a priority at Barnehurst, which is passionate about promoting and embedding Mental Wellness across the whole school and community, enabling everyone to be the best they can be.

The school holds IQM Flagship Status for Inclusion as well as the Wellbeing Award for Schools. It is supported by a strong local governance partnership and an effective PTA.

Ofsted Quotes

Barnehurst Infant School - November 2023

“Pupils demonstrate a love for learning. They are extremely happy and safe here.”“Leaders have designed an aspirational curriculum that goes beyond the expectations of the national curriculum.”

Barnehurst Junior School - November 2023

“Pupils at Barnehurst Junior receive an exceptional education.”“Behaviour in lessons and around the school is excellent. Pupils want to do their best both in school and in the wider world. There is a high level of engagement in lessons.”

About You:

We are looking for an inclusive practitioner who is passionate about making a difference. You will be proactive and well-organised, with high expectations and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our pupils.

You will be an excellent communicator and team player, and you will be able to give our pupils the skills and experiences to enable them to be confident, independent, and active learners as they continue their journey towards a full, successful, and happy life.

You will be able to:

• Show a detailed knowledge of the development and progression of subject(s) taught and keep up to date with developments in pedagogy for the subject(s) taught.
• Set appropriate and demanding targets for pupils' learning and motivation, identifying clear teaching objectives, content, structure and sequences to ensure all pupils can reach their potential in the subject taught and in literacy, numeracy and ICT.
• Use teaching methods that keep pupils engaged, including stimulating curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear presentation, and good use of resources.
• Secure high standards of pupil behaviour through well-focused teaching, establishing appropriate rules which pupils respect, and dealing with inappropriate behaviour in line with the behaviour policy.
• Build supportive relationships with parents.

For all teaching posts, we welcome applications from both experienced and recently qualified teachers (ECTs).

If you are a teacher, who can make learning fun, engaging and memorable, while being reflective and continually seeks to improve your practice, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will be notified via email of their shortlisting decisions. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested prior to interviews.

If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews may be conducted earlier than the stated closing date. Early submission is encouraged to ensure full consideration.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation or visit the school before applying, please call us. We will happily provide you with as many details as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to apply, please complete all sections of the application form via MyNewTerm.  CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be emailed with the shortlisting decisions. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested before interviews.

If you experience any issues while using MyNewTerm, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team at hr@theprimaryfirsttrust.co.uk.

If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews for this position may be conducted earlier than the stated closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will ensure consideration for the position and increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safer Recruitment, Inclusive and Diversity

The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding, Prevent and the welfare of pupils and this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references.

The Trust strives to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone can feel to be themselves and experiences a strong sense of belonging.

The Trust wholeheartedly supports the principle of equality and diversity in employment. It opposes all forms of unfair or unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sex. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds from as wide a range as possible, and we seek to develop a community of staff that accurately represents society as a whole. All applications for employment with the Trust will be considered against the criteria outlined in the person specification for the position advertised.

No agencies, please. We will contact you if we need support on recruitment.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Barnehurst Junior School

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 240 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Barnehurst Junior School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/barnehurst-junior-school

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