Teacher
Royal Rise Primary School, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2DQ16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
20th April 2026
Closing date
1 February 2026 at 10:59pm
Date listed
16 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher job summary
Royal Rise Primary School is a warm, friendly, and ambitious one-form-entry school at the heart of the Tonbridge community. Our vision is to create a safe, exciting learning environment where children aspire to be the very best version of themselves. Through a rich, broad and balanced curriculum, we nurture inquisitive, confident, independent learners who are ready to thrive in the wider world.
What We Offer
A Vibrant, Values-Driven School Culture
At Royal Rise, our ethos is "being the best we can be", shaped by our values of ambition, confidence, equality, independence, inquisitiveness, kindness, resilience and respect. These values shape everything we do—from assemblies to curriculum experiences—and help us prepare children for life in the modern world.
A High-Quality, Inclusive Curriculum
Our curriculum opens doors for all children to become responsible, educated citizens. We focus on developing:
- Communication and language
- Ambition and resilience
- Respect for themselves and others
- Broad real-life experiences
- Problem solving, reflection and collaboration
- Strong subject-specific knowledge across all National Curriculum areas. Our provision is inclusive of SEND, ensuring every child has full access to learning with appropriate adaptations and support.
A Supportive, Caring Environment
Staff at Royal Rise are described as caring and nurturing, with high expectations that empower pupils to grow in confidence. Pupils speak proudly of their school and demonstrate kindness and respect towards one another.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and creative teacher who:
- Is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential
- Believes in active, hands-on learning and first-hand experiences
- Can bring energy, ideas and positivity to our school community
- Models our values and fosters a love of learning
- Is committed to ensuring every child feels seen, supported and understood
- Works effectively as part of a collaborative, caring team
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT, you’ll find a welcoming environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
In Return, We Provide
- A warm, inclusive and community-centred school
- Dedicated colleagues who work collaboratively
- Strong leadership and supportive governance
- Opportunities for development through Cygnus Academies Trust
- Engaged pupils who are eager to learn and proud of their school
Visit Us
We warmly welcome school visits—come and see our exciting learning environment, meet our dedicated team, and experience the energy and enthusiasm that make Royal Rise Primary so special.
How to apply
Please apply via MyNewTerm with your application form and a supporting statement explaining how your skills match this role. (If you would prefer the application form in a different format, please contact the school office.)
Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, we may close this advert should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, early application is encouraged.
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 Royal Rise Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 197 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Royal Rise Primary School website
Our school is a place where children are taught how to learn and engage in an inclusive, broad and balanced creative curriculum and a school where they are respected and valued as individuals and can expect to achieve an extremely high standard of education.
“Being the best that we can be!” is our school vision and we aim for this in everything we do.
Our school is a happy school where the success of every child matters. We have dedicated, caring and enthusiastic staff who are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and understanding which enable your child to enjoy learning.
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