Classroom Teacher

🍎📚 Join our Team as a Classroom Teacher (1 FTE)! 📚🍎

Start Date:  01 September 2025

Salary: Teachers Main Pay Scale (1-6)

Contract: 1) Fixed Term Contract until 31 Aug 2026 subject to a staffing/budget review (0.6 FTE)

                  2) Temporary to cover a period of maternity leave until 31 Dec 2025 or the substantive post-holders return if earlier (0.4 FTE)

Application Closing Date:  Wednesday 14th May 2025 - We recommend early application as the school reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date

Interview Date:  Tuesday 20th May 2025

The Role:

We are looking for an outstanding Classroom Teacher. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, organised and will have a passion for children’s learning and development. In addition, we are looking for an approach to children’s learning that is creative and positive, enthusing children to love learning and encouraging a determination to succeed. We are looking for someone who is prepared to liaise closely with colleagues, listening to feedback and being proactive in their own development.

Please refer to the candidate information pack for further details about this 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, staff and other users and provide advice and guidance in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The School and Trust:

Hanham Primary Federation is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family comprising 14 schools (12 primary, 1 junior, and 1 infant school), all united in our common goal of creating outstanding learning environments deeply rooted in our local communities.

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 14 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
• Employee Wellbeing: Our staff’s opinion matters to us, which is why we conduct an annual staff survey to ensure their voice is heard. Additionally, our Wellbeing Committees are here to support staff in the workplace. Support staff benefit from generous leave entitlement.
• Financial Benefits: We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff. Additionally, take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and discount retail platform to help you save money on various purchases.

We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Hanham Primary Federation and The Leaf Trust.

📝 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 ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.

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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.