🍎📚 Join Our Team
as a KS2 Classroom Teacher at The Crossways School! 📚🍎
Start date: 01/09/2026
Salary: Teachers' Main Scale (MPS 1 - MPS 6)
Contract: Fixed-term until 31/08/27, subject to a review of the
school’s budget
Application Closing Date: 11/05/2026 (Noon) - We recommend early application as the school reserves the
right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date
Interview Date: 20/05/2026
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The Role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic KS2 Classroom
Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be passionate about
children’s learning and development, with a creative approach that inspires a
love of learning and encourages every child to succeed.
You will be a reflective practitioner who works
collaboratively with colleagues, values feedback, and is committed to
continuous professional development.
We are looking for someone who
✅ Holds
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
✅ Demonstrates
proven standards of excellent teaching
✅ Has
experience of planning for a wide range of need and breadth of ability
within an inclusive environment
✅ Shows
commitment and passion when working with pupils through aspirational
target setting
✅ Can
demonstrate professional growth through engagement with research and
evidence-based practice
✅ Provides
an ambitious learning environment which meets every child’s needs
✅ Has
boundless enthusiasm and enjoys working as part of a team
✅ Is
willing to become involved in the life of the school.
✅ A
willingness to undertake further training and professional growth
Please refer to the candidate information pack, under "supporting documents" for more information about the role.
Fluency Duty
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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The Trust and School
The Crossways Schools (Crossways Infant Schools and Crossways Junior School) is proud to be part of The Leaf Trust, a family of 17 schools (13 primary, 2 junior and 2 infant), united by a shared commitment to creating outstanding learning environments rooted in our local communities. The Trust was established on 1 September 2023, and the school joined in January 2026 .
We can offer you:
- A Great Working Environment: Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a dedicated and hard-working staff team.
- Professional Growth: We are committed to staff development and offer excellent CPD opportunities. Staff can also take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge, allowing for practical experience and personal growth.
- Pathways for Progression: As part of a network of 17 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
- Employee Wellbeing: We prioritise your wellbeing through an additional annual Wellbeing Day, active Wellbeing Committees, regular staff voice opportunities, and access to a comprehensive medical support package including physiotherapy, counselling, mental health services and more — all designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Financial Benefits: Enjoy excellent pension scheme, a Cycle to Work scheme and access to a retail discount platform to support your financial wellbeing.
We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Crossways Schools and The Leaf Trust.
School Visits
Visits are most welcome, if you would like to find out more about this vacancy and book in to visit our school then please contact the school office.
How to Apply
All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Fast Apply’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.
If this job isn't quite the perfect fit for you at the moment, why not set up a job alert for The Leaf Trust or the school via Eteach? This way, you'll stay updated on our latest opportunities as soon as they arise. We're always on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team. Whether it's now or in the future, seize the chance to be part of a supportive community where personal growth and success are celebrated through an unwavering commitment to excellence. Your next fulfilling chapter could be just around the corner!
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The Leaf Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, suitability to work with children and young people will be assessed during the selection process. All appointments are subject to comprehensive vetting, including an enhanced DBS check, employment and reference checks, and an online search.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.