Class Teacher - Maternity Cover based at Milford School, Church Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5JA
Milford School is currently in consultation to join LEO Academy Trust.
Contract: Full time, maternity cover expected to last until the end of the academic year.
LEO Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to join our family of thriving primary schools across Sutton and Surrey. You will initially be deployed to cover a period of maternity in Year 2 at Milford School.
The Role: What you will bring
Are you an ambitious, creative, and dedicated educator ready to inspire our younger learners? LEO Academy Trust is looking for a dynamic KS1 Teacher to join our team at Milford School. If you have a profound passion for KS1 and the drive to make a brilliant impact on a child's educational journey, we want to hear from you!
We are looking for someone who brings magic into the classroom whilst maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning. To be successful in this exciting role, you will bring:
- Proven, hands-on experience working within a KS1 setting.
- An absolute passion and unwavering desire to work specifically with the KS1 cohort, understanding how to best support their unique developmental milestones.
- An ambitious mindset, ready to deliver outstanding, engaging, and innovative learning experiences (including foundational reading and maths skills).
- A commitment to creating a safe, joyful, and stimulating environment where every child can flourish.
Why is LEO Academy Trust for you?
We invest in our people because we believe they are our greatest asset. When you join LEO, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package:
Competitive salary- Main scale depending on experience and location
Enrolment into Teachers Pension
Comprehensive staff health & wellbeing package including 24/7 GP services, counselling, menopause support, men's mental health support and much more
Excellent CPD opportunities both internal and external
More benefits can be found on the LEO Academy Trust website
Application Details
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs. All candidates are required to detail in their application how they meet the requirements of the Person Specification for the role, providing clear evidence and examples of proven experience for all essential criteria. For more hints and tips on applying, please visit website
Equality of Opportunity
LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. Applications are invited from all members of the community. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff and Trust treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff members.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
LEO Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please read about our commitment to safeguarding as well as other important information in the Applicant guide on our website.
Pre-Employment Checks
In accordance with our statutory obligations, successful applicants will be subject to strict safeguarding and pre-employment checks. This will include obtaining an enhanced DBS certificate, confirming identity, and verifying your right to work in the UK. Where applicable, overseas checks will be carried out. We will also verify your professional qualifications and conduct reference checks, a full explanation for any gaps in your employment history will be required. Furthermore, as part of our ongoing due diligence, online searches (including social media) will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.
Reasonable Adjustments
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in applying for this role, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team to tell us what changes or help you might need.
About Us
To find out more about the Trust, please visit our website.
Apply early, as this vacancy may close before the stated deadline once successful applicants are appointed