Class Teacher

The Academy; Burslem; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Recognition and reward scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on major brands

Job summary

Star Academy invites applications for a part-time Class Teacher to inspire pupils and help them reach their full potential. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-quality, knowledge-rich curriculum and foster a positive learning environment.

We are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion and welcome flexible working. The academy offers a warm team and opportunities for professional development as part of the Academy Transformation Trust family.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons as a Class Teacher.
• Support colleagues in developing teaching practice.

Job description

Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity? Star Academy are looking for a part time Class Teacher to help inspire our students and ensure they reach their full potential., The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2026. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual who is self-motivated and strives to share their passion for education with our students and join our dedicated team to uphold the Academy's vision and values. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and forward-thinking individual, with a real drive to enhance students' experience in the classroom. As a key member of the team, you will play a key role in progressing and enhancing the teaching practice of others within the academy and beyond. We are keen to secure a high calibre teacher who can make a telling contribution to our forward-looking team.

About Star Academy

Star Academy, Sandyford opened in April 2013, is set in the heart of a vibrant, diverse community and is part of the Academy Transformation Trust family.

• We subscribe to the 7 principles of public life: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership.
• Our shared values are - Smart/Safe Tolerant Ambitious Resilient
• Our Vision is encapsulated by the motto: Desire to learn, learn to achieve

Daily routines work to embed these four values to ensure that our children grow not only academically, but with the strength of character that will lead to a successful future as a valued and healthy member of society.

The academy seeks to ensure that all stakeholders are empowered to achieve the highest of expectations through the provision of a bespoke, lively and exciting, knowledge-based curriculum that promotes enquiry and exploration, risk-taking and resilience. The curriculum nurtures the desire to achieve the very best regardless of the children's different starting points. Our broad curriculum is enriched with a huge variety of experiences which brings learning alive and makes precious memories.

All we do and work for is to ensure our pupils have the best opportunities and are enabled to be successful in whatever realm they choose to enter; they are star lights in the world.

Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.

In return, you will benefit from:

• A warm, welcoming and highly skilled team, who support and inspire each other
• A creative and innovative environment
• Access to continuous personal development programs. A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance program (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.