KS1/KS2 ECT Class Teacher

Totternhoe Church of England Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1RE

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  28 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  9 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• 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: M1
• Additional allowances:

  M1

KS1/KS2 ECT Class Teacher job summary

About this Role

Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Do you want to inspire independent, happy learners in a supportive, values-driven environment? Totternhoe CE Academy is seeking a creative and enthusiastic ECT Class Teacher to join our committed team on a fixed term contract until August 2027.

About us:

Totternhoe CE Academy is a warm, friendly, and vibrant school that is founded on high expectations for all and a strong belief that every child can be successful - academically, personally, and as a valuable member of the community.

Totternhoe CE Academy is situated halfway between Leighton Buzzard and Dunstable. We have the luxury of beautiful grounds and many families travel to learn and play with us from our neighbouring towns because of the unique nature of our setting, our individualised learning approach, and our commitment to excellence.

Our inclusive Christian vision and values underpin all that we do at Totternhoe.

'Growing together in knowledge, love and faith'

Jesus matured, growing up in both body and spirit, blessed by both God and people. Luke 2.52

We have strong ties with St Giles, our local church, and are a part of the Diocese of St Albans Multi-Academy Trust (DSAMAT) as a Church of England School.

What We Offer:

Excellent professional development opportunities tailored to your needs

Comprehensive ECT support package, including mentoring and guidance

Career progression and networking opportunities across the Trust for experienced teachers and those in their early careers.

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing

Cycle to Work Scheme

An inclusive and diverse workplace, where everyone’s contribution is valued

The Role:

Deliver high-quality teaching, inspiring a love of learning in your pupils

Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating classroom environment

Work as part of a dedicated team, sharing the Christian vision and values of our school

Be innovative and creative, seeing opportunities rather than barriers

Support all children to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally

Safeguarding Statement: Totternhoe CE Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Diversity Statement: Totternhoe CE Academy is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership. We serve our local community and celebrate those of all faiths and none.

Candidates are welcome to visit our school and we would encourage you to do so. To find out more about us, discuss the role and arrange a visit, please contact our Office Manager, Keeley Hobbs, on 01582 662959.

Totternhoe CE Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It operates a Safeguarding Children Recruitment Policy. Post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and other safeguarding checks.

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 Totternhoe Church of England Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 183 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Totternhoe Church of England Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/totternhoe-church-of-england-academy

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