Class Teacher

Post: Class Teacher
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Salary: UL Contract & ECT UL Pay Scale PT1 £41,080 – PT6 £51,480

Opening Date: 30 April 2026

Closing date: 15th May 2026

Interviews: W/C 18th May 2026

About the role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and reflective Class Teacher to join our school team. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about high‑quality teaching and learning, has high expectations of all pupils, and is keen to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging, inclusive, and aspirational teaching that enables all pupils to achieve their full potential, while contributing to a strong and supportive school community.

Key responsibilities

The Class Teacher will:

• Deliver high‑quality teaching and take responsibility for the progress and attainment of all pupils in their class

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners through effective differentiation

• Use assessment effectively to inform planning, teaching and next steps for learning

• Create a positive, well‑managed learning environment where pupils are motivated and enthusiastic

• Implement school policies relating to behaviour, safeguarding and inclusion

• Use ICT effectively to enhance learning and support classroom practice

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and senior leaders

• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and wellbeing

• Contribute to curriculum development, enrichment activities, and whole‑school initiatives

• Engage fully in professional development, performance management and coaching

• Support the school’s ethos, values and commitment to continuous improvement

Teachers will also be expected to take responsibility for a subject or curriculum area as directed by the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the wider school and cluster as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a good honours degree

• Has successful teaching experience (or teaching practice for ECTs)

• Is able to provide a stimulating, inclusive and well‑structured classroom environment

• Demonstrates strong behaviour management and positive relationships with pupils

• Uses assessment and data effectively to support pupil progress

• Works well both independently and as part of a team

• Communicates confidently with pupils, parents and colleagues

• Is committed to equality, safeguarding and the education of every child

• Brings energy, enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine desire to make a difference

   

Why join Longshaw Primary Academy?

As part of United Learning, we offer our staff more pay, more time, and more support, including:

• Salaries above national scales

• Three additional INSET days for planning

• At least one paid personal day each year

• Excellent professional development and career progression

• High‑quality curriculum resources and subject expertise

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering mental health and wellbeing support

• Health Cash Plan available to United Learning staff with a minimum of 6 months of service. The plan gives you money back on essential healthcare, from opticians to physiotherapy, and guarantees you 24/7 access to an online GP.

• Employee benefits through Westfield Rewards including money off your weekly shop, savings from big brands like M&S, Sainsbury’s Boots, H&M, Argos and many more

• Cycle to work scheme

• Car lease scheme

• Eye care vouchers and free flu vaccines

• Expert subject advice

How to apply

To apply, please visit:

https://www.longshawprimaryacademy.org.uk/work-with-us

Closing date: 15 May 2026

Interviews: W/C 18th May 2026

Safeguarding

Longshaw Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and pre‑employment safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education including an online check.