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Classroom Teacher

Employer
The Merton Primary School
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
MPS
Start Date
26th August 2025
Expires
21st May 2025 09:00 AM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1484123
Start Date
26th August 2025
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1484123

Classroom Teacher  

The Merton Primary School

Permanent

Full Time – 100%

Salary - MPS

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Application Close Date: 9am, Wednesday 21st May 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Friday 23rd May 2025

Are you someone who wants to join a dynamic team?

Are you an experienced Primary Practitioner?

Would you like to work as part of a supportive team?

Are you an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment? Are you looking to further your experience in Key Stage 2? Would you like to be part of a strong supportive team committed to learning that ‘Makes a Difference’ to pupils and the world they live in? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join The Merton Primary School as a KS2 Classroom Teacher on a full time permanent basis. The Merton Primary School is a fantastic place to work where we all aim to Make a Difference to the lives of our children across school. We are looking for an individual to come and join our enthusiastic, talented and dedicated staff team to be part of this vision. You would be joining a strong Team. We are looking for someone who has the passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning with the commitment to go the extra mile for all children and ‘Make a Difference’. The successful candidate will be a team player with a flexible mindset, with the dedication to the achievement of all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils. The role of Classroom Teacher is a rewarding one with the opportunity for professional autonomy within the role to create the classroom environment that enables development. 

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Merton Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack. 

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS status

• Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses pupils’ learning and achievements

• Be an excellent communicator and able to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders

• Be a team player – whilst it is important as a Classroom Teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount the role

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise

• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources

• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes

• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

We look forward to receiving your application!

ACCESSIBILITY…

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

INCLUSION…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Attachments

Safeguarding Statement:

The school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance will be applied for and required for this position
The Merton Primary School

The Merton Primary School

Part of Bradgate Education Partnership

Bradgate Education Partnership