17 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    10 May 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    23 April 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

M1 - M6

Additional allowances

There is a potential Head of Year opportunity with a TLR2.1

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an inspiring educator passionate about making a difference for every child? Lockyer’s Middle School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our dedicated team. For the right candidate, there is an exciting opportunity to take on the leadership role of Head of Year 6.

We are looking for a caring professional who makes learning vibrant and engaging. You should have a deep understanding of the National Curriculum and a commitment to providing a high-quality educational experience that challenges and supports all learners.

If you are an innovative educator dedicated to providing a vibrant, high-quality learning experience, we would love to meet you.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • A passion for pupil progress and a determination to achieve the highest standards.
  • Drive, self-motivation, and a commitment to the school’s continued growth.
  • The ability to thrive within a collaborative team environment.
  • Confidence in teaching core subjects, specifically English and Maths.
  • A "whole-child" approach to learning, both inside and outside the classroom.

In return, we offer:

  • Centralised curriculum and behaviour systems, allowing you to focus on your core purpose: teaching.
  • Enthusiastic, hardworking, and well-behaved children who love to learn.
  • A genuine commitment to your professional development and leadership journey.


What the school offers its staff

Initio Learning Trust offers a welcoming and supportive environment and can provide:

  • a genuine commitment to supporting professional development
  • a supportive and flexible working environment which offers equal opportunities for all
  • free onsite parking
  • access to the local government or teachers pension scheme
  • a range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work and Health Cash Plan

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

Lockyer's Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, both physical and emotional, of every pupil both inside and outside the school premises. We implement a whole-school preventative approach to managing safeguarding concerns, ensuring that the wellbeing of pupils is at the forefront of all action taken. We expect all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and maintain a vigilant and safe environment. It is our willingness to work in a safe manner and challenge inappropriate behaviour that underpins this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

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

About Lockyer's Middle School

School type
Academy, ages 9 to 13
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
444 pupils enrolled
Age range
9 to 13
Ofsted report
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Phone number
01202 692779

Middle School (Age 9-13 years)

Arranging a visit to Lockyer's Middle School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jbrook@lockyersmiddle.org.

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