Classroom Teacher

About the role:  Dartford Primary Academy has been judged as a consistently Good school where ‘pupils and adults have good relationships. Pupils follow instructions, pay attention and are respectful of the opinions of others.’ We have a fantastic opportunity to appoint a Classroom Teacher to join and strengthen our existing team for September 2019; a role that is receptive to both NQTs and experienced teachers.  Teachers with experience across Key Stage 1 and/or 2 are warmly encouraged to apply.  Regardless of what point you are at in your teaching career, we can offer you a supportive and collaborative environment to thrive in, with many CPD opportunities to suit your interests, including possible leadership opportunities. 

We are looking for someone who:

- Is a graduate with QTS

- Has evidence of outstanding practice as a classroom teacher

- Has high levels of success in teaching across all stages of the primary sector and, in particular, demonstrate how they have been able to meet the needs of children with SEN/D

- Has the highest expectations of pupils and themselves

- Is enthusiastic, imaginative and forward thinking

- Has the ability to inspire, motivate and engage children to achieve and succeed

- Is able to form positive relationships with children, staff, parents and governors

- Possesses excellent interpersonal and organisational skills

In return, we will offer you:

- The opportunity to help shape our future by joining a LAT Academy

- A school community committed to raising achievement and attainment

- A stunning environment with modern building, excellent resources and facilities

- A strong commitment to support professional development opportunities

- A supportive Governing Body and Leadership Team

At Dartford Primary Academy, we pride ourselves on nurturing our children to become successful, confident, resilient and responsible members of our school and wider community. As a member of our team, you will be well-supported and provided with opportunities to develop yourself as a teacher and professional.  Our pupils have said that they would like kind, happy and enthusiastic teachers who make learning fun, but also help them to achieve their very best!

Please contact the School Office to make an appointment to visit our school on 01322 224 453. 

Working with us:  Dartford Primary Academy is a highly successful three form entry primary school in Dartford, catering for children between the ages of three and eleven. We have an outstanding Nursery with spaces for 48 children from the age of three on our Infant site, which is located on St Albans Road. We also accommodate a Specialist Resource Provision at our Junior Site, located on York Road. This provision is a satellite of the Trust's outstanding specialist academy, Milestone.  Click here to view our school website.  

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:  As of 1st January 2019, our Trust is comprised of 23 geographically organised academies (11 secondaries, 11 primaries and 1 special) educating over 15,000 students, and employing over 2,500 talented staff.  We also have three further academies in development phase, due to open in September 2020.  The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North West Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training providers and a large teaching school. 

As part of Leigh Academies Trust you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust.  This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together.  You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

We strive to offer a range of benefits that all employees can take advantage of which we regularly review and add to - click here to view what you’d receive as a member of staff with Leigh Academies Trust.

Diversity at our core:  As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals we all bring something unique to the role regardless of age, gender, race, beliefs or disabilities which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.

The academy is committed to safeguarding children and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the Trust.