Class Teacher

Chestnut Park Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join our team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator to become part of our vibrant, supportive school community, where high expectations and a nurturing approach go hand in hand. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT, we welcome applicants who are committed to inspiring a love of learning and helping every child thrive.

Your Opportunity 

Chestnut Park is proud of being an “Outstanding” School and our inclusive and creative approach to learning and holistic development for all children. Through our ever-developing globally diverse curriculum we enable all children to be successful and enjoy building on evidence led practice on our journey to excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher at any stage in their career to join our wonderful school. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and creative Class Teacher, who will be innovative and adaptable to the challenges of day to day school life. They will enjoy engaging with children whilst recognising the diversity we have in our wonderful community. As a strong active team player, with good communication skills and a passionate attitude to making a positive impact, you will be supported in school.

What we are looking for:

• Outstanding classroom practitioner
• Excellent communication skills
• Innovative and inspirational and collaborative
• Enthusiastic and committed to a strong belief in teamwork
• Able to lead, challenge and motivate children
• Committed to working with parents and the wider community
• Passionate about the children's learning, progression and welfare

About Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster

Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with , our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School, and Hillcroft Primary School .

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: Sept 2025 

Pay Scale: GLF MPR to UPR 

Contract type: Permanent - Full time 

Closing Date: 15 Jun 2025 

Interview date: ASAP