KS2 Classroom Teacher and English Lead

St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6NJ

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• 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: MPS to UPS (£34,069 to £52,835)

KS2 Classroom Teacher and English Lead job summary

At St Peter's CofE Primary School, we believe every pupil deserves an education rooted in curiosity, kindness, and high aspiration. As part of a dynamic multi academy trust, we combine the warmth and community spirit of a Church of England primary school with the support, resources, and opportunities that come from being part of a larger family of schools.

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Teacher who shares our commitment to nurturing confident, curious learners, and who is excited by the added opportunity to lead English across our school from January 2027.

About the Role: 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who: 

• Is passionate about supporting children and young people.

• Has high expectations of themselves and others. 

• Enjoys working collaboratively. 

• Shares our commitment to inclusion and excellence. 

• Wants to make a positive impact every day. 

About St Peter’s Whetstone:

St Peter’s CofE Primary School, Whetstone, is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school and is proud to be part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust. We are a friendly and supportive school where strong relationships with children, families, staff, the church and the wider community are at the heart of everything we do.

Our Christian vision shapes school life and underpins our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best. We are proud of our caring ethos, high expectations and broad, engaging curriculum, which encourages children to develop confidence, resilience, curiosity and a love of learning. Through our Christian values, we nurture children academically, socially and spiritually, helping them to flourish as individuals.

Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where every child is encouraged to discover their strengths, develop their talents and grow in confidence. We provide a range of opportunities both in and beyond the classroom, supporting children to become compassionate, independent and successful learners.

St Peter’s is a school where children and staff flourish together, supported by a strong sense of community, a caring Christian ethos and the opportunities that come from being part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver engaging, well-planned and appropriately differentiated teaching that meets the needs of all pupils and enables them to make strong progress. 

• Use assessment effectively to monitor pupils’ attainment and progress, provide meaningful feedback, and plan appropriate next steps. 

• Create a safe, purposeful and stimulating learning environment, promoting high expectations of behaviour, independence, respect and achievement.

• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school. 

• Support our culture of inclusion, respect and belonging. 

Help Children Flourish: 

At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, our mission is simple: to ensure every child flourishes and experiences life in all its fullness. We believe exceptional people create exceptional opportunities for children. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving and supportive organisation. Inspired by our values of respect, wisdom, integrity, collaboration, compassion and inclusivity, we work together to ensure every child receives the best possible education. 

Why Join Embrace?

When you join Embrace Multi Academy Trust, you become part of a family of schools working together to ensure pupils and colleagues flourish. We are committed to supporting our people through every stage of their career.

Professional Growth 

• Extensive CPD opportunities. 

• Apprenticeship opportunities. 

• Access to National College resources.

• Leadership development pathways. 

• Opportunities to collaborate across ten schools. 

Wellbeing and Benefits 

• Employee Assistance Programme. 

• Flexible working opportunities where possible. 

• Cycle to Work Scheme. 

• Wider Wallet discounts and Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme. 

• Health and wellbeing support services. 

• Occupational sick pay schemes. 

A WORKFORCE WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS 

At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we believe diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the experiences of the children and communities we serve. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities and life experiences. 

Because some roles and parts of our workforce are currently underrepresented, we particularly welcome applications from:

• Men applying for classroom support and administration roles. 

• People from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities. 

We Value Potential: 

You may not meet every single criterion in the person specification, but if you believe you have the skills, values, experience or potential to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply. 

INTERESTED? 

Closing Date: Friday 2nd October

Interview Date: Wednesday 7th October

Applications will only be accepted on the Trust application form. CVs will not be accepted. References will be obtained prior to interview.

We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.  

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 St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 178 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-peter-s-church-of-england-primary-school-whetstone-leicester

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