Year 5 Teacher (Maternity Cover)

All Faiths Children's Academy, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4UF

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  1 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (740)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - TBC - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: TSAT Teacher Scale £34,445 - £53,820

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking for your next role in primary education?

We have an exciting vacancy for a dynamic and inspirational Year 5 Classroom Teacher to join our team at All Faiths Children’s Academy. The successful candidate will join us on a fixed term maternity cover contract from January 2027 to December 2027, with the potential for the position to be extended.

Our Classroom Teacher will be passionate about teaching and learning, have a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievements and behaviour, and will be willing to play a full part in the further development of our academy and our Trust, joining us in our aims to make learning irresistible and to provide a nurturing and safe environment for everyone.

Although the successful candidate will be based at All Faiths Children’s Academy, there may be the opportunity to teach across our Medway Hub incorporating The Gordon Children’s Academy, Cedar Children’s Academy, and New Horizon’s Children’s Academy.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

AFCA Teacher Job Description.pdf - 677 KB (opens in new tab)

About All Faiths Children's Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 225 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: All Faiths Children's Academy website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/all-faiths-children-s-academy

At All Faiths, we want to transform the life chances of every child who walks through our door by providing a cognitive approach to education which promotes aspiration and fosters a love of learning within a safe, purposeful and nurturing environment. We hold high aspirations and standards for all members of our school community and work in partnership with all stakeholders for the benefit of all of our children

We believe that children only thrive when they are happy and feel safe in their environment. Therefore we work tirelessly to ensure that:
There are high expectations for every child
Every lesson matters therefore they should be exciting and motivate children to think and learn
Every child is treated as an individual and with dignity.
Every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances
Children learn to play and learn together understanding

Arranging a visit to All Faiths Children's Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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