Class Teacher – Year 1

Job description

Position: Class Teacher – Year 1

Salary: Main Range M1 – M3 (£40,317 – £44,238 per annum)

Hours of work: Full  Time 

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 15th December  2025 at 12noon

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 15th December 2025

Start date :  Monday 5th January 2026 

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reflective and committed Year 1 Class Teacher to join our vibrant team from January 2026. This role is ideal for experienced teachers with a passion for helping children reach their full potential in a caring and stimulating environment. ECTs are welcome to apply.

Personal attributes

You will:

– Create an engaging and challenging learning environment rooted in high expectations
– Promote strong outcomes through clear planning, assessment and feedback
– Model and uphold the school’s values and positive behaviour expectations
– Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and parents
– Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment and extra-curricular activities.

What We’re Looking for:

– Someone with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
– A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and wellbeing
– Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and assessment
– A reflective approach to your teaching practice and CPD
– A willingness to support and live out the Christian ethos of the school
– A team player with strong communication skills and a sense of purpose

Why Join Us?

– A welcoming and supportive school community
– High-quality CPD and support from experienced leaders
– Access to coaching, mentoring and trust-wide learning networks
– Opportunities to grow in a school that values creativity and innovation
– A commitment to staff wellbeing and a respectful, inclusive culture
– A school rooted in strong values, with a clear mission and vision

How to apply

To apply, please complete the application form in full with a personal statement of no more than two sides of A4 outlining how you meet the person spec. This can be typed in the space on the application form or as a separate document. Please send completed document to the Business Administrator, Anesha West on sba@309.ldbsact.org

Safeguarding Statement

Holy Trinity CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks. We expect all staff to share our commitment to child protection.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.