Early Career Teacher
Crofton Junior School, Orpington, Kent, BR5 1EL9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Autumn Term 2026
Closing date
21 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37,870.00 Annually (FTE) Teachers' Outer London Main Pay Scale
Early Career Teacher job summary
Crofton Infant or Crofton Junior School
We are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking, enthusiastic Early Career Teacher to join our team at Crofton Infant or Crofton Junior School from September 2026.
Our school and Trust offer a robust and supportive ECT development program and CPD for all. We welcome applications from those currently training, those looking to start their ECT journey, and those ECTs who are already working in a school and looking for a new opportunity.
Being a growing Trust, we offer exciting opportunities for teachers to progress and develop their skills in a well-equipped environment with exceptional leadership support.
We are committed to providing a comfortable and happy working environment with an effective work life balance. Staff are an important part of the school community, therefore we have introduced many incentives to ensure well-being.
We follow a creative curriculum to encourage children to become independent learners. We are looking for an energetic, innovative teacher who has the ability to provide children with lessons that they will remember for the rest of their academic life. You must have good communication and organisational skills with the confidence to work on your own initiative.
The Trust also provides staff who have completed their probationary period with a well-being day of choice (conditions apply), free eye tests and an assistance package which includes legal advice, counselling, financial advice, family advice and much more.
We offer many opportunities for staff to develop their career within our mutually supportive team. We are a growth mind-set school, with no limits on pupil or adult learning. We are committed to ensuring that all Crofton Infant and Junior Schools children are become motivated, enthusiastic and independent learners. We do this by creating learning experiences that are relevant, engaging and purposeful. We encourage everyone to strive to be the best that they can be.
We encourage you to come and meet our leadership team so you can soak up the friendly atmosphere and get a feel for the amazing facilities you could be involved in and discuss the values and expectations of the Trust.
About the Trust
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values‑driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.
Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of being respectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non‑discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.
Safeguarding and Employment Checks
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.
What We Can Offer You
We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:
- Genuine investment in professional development and future career progression
- Opportunities to contribute to Trust‑wide initiatives within a forward‑thinking organisation
- Peer‑to‑peer networking, collaboration, and challenge in a supportive environment
- Supportive and engaged Governors, Trustees, and a professional Central Team
- Engaged parents and proactive PTAs
- A comprehensive staff reward and wellbeing package
We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what’s right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.
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 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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Crofton Junior School
- School type
- Academies, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 715 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Crofton Junior School website
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