10 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    January 2026

  • Closing date

    17 October 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    7 October 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: Full time, Maternity Cover

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916 - £51,047

Pay scale

MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have the exciting opportunity for an inspirational and dedicated teacher to join our forward thinking and collaborative team in Key Stage 1 or 2. We are looking for someone with the drive and passion to continue to support the development of teaching and learning and provide the best opportunities for our pupils.

This post represents an ideal opportunity for someone with ambition to work in a large, innovative primary school in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team as part of one of the South East’s leading multi-academy trusts. In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer you the opportunity to work within an inspirational Trust with a focus on delivery of an exceptional curriculum.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.


What the school offers its staff

This post provides the opportunity:

  • To work with children who have an enthusiasm for learning;
  • To work with supportive, talented and committed colleagues and an experienced governing body;
  • To develop leadership skills with the support of experienced leaders, both within the school and throughout the Trust;
  • To work in a positive school environment where all children are supported to aim high and achieve their best;
  • To undertake a key role in determining the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

Join us to benefit from:

  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
  • Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
  • Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
  • Access to training and development
  • Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • On-site Parking


Flexible working opportunities

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.


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.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Jo Head, Office Manager, caroline.powell@swale.at or 01795 470862

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to caroline.powell@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.


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.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Westlands Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
491 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01795 470862

Arranging a visit to Westlands Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email caroline.powell@swale.at.

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