Year 5 Class Teacher

Oaklands Primary Academy, Westerham, Kent, TN16 3DN

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  3 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 Hour per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Q3 £43,508 to Q6 £51,187

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Proven experience of successful teaching within Key Stage 2

Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies

A track record of securing strong pupil outcomes

Strong understanding of inclusive teaching and meeting the needs of all learners, including those with SEND

High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour

Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge learners

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to continuous professional development

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What the school offers its staff

• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

• A supportive and collaborative network across Trust academies
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing 24/7 wellbeing support
• Private Healthcare available after one year of service (renewed annually on 31 May)
• CycleShare Scheme available to all staff

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

Oaklands Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

CET KS2 Class Teacher GSS JD & PS Updated Nov 24.pdf - 293 KB (opens in new tab)

CET Application Form Part B.pdf - 160 KB (opens in new tab)

About Oaklands Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 448 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oaklands Primary Academy website
• Email address: HR@cetrust.com
• Phone number: 0208 462 5867
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oaklands-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Oaklands Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@cetrust.com.

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