Class Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinder CofE Primary School, part of Grace Schools, is seeking a permanent class teacher to plan and deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum. You will assess pupil progress, report findings to stakeholders, and support colleagues in a church-aligned educational ethos.

The successful candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree, with experience in a primary school setting and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is required.
• Relevant degree or equivalent.
• Experience as a class teacher in a primary school.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach lessons and sequences within the knowledge-rich curriculum.
• Assess, monitor, record and report on pupil learning needs and progress.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues and engage with parents and agencies.
• Model high teaching standards and set strong expectations across the community.
• Maintain high expectations for all children.

Skills

Alignment to Grace Schools Principles

Learning progress strategies

Quality teaching and learning

Building relationships with parents &/

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

This permanent class teacher post sits at Pathfinder CofE Primary School, one of 38 primary academies in Grace Schools. The core of the work is planning and teaching lessons within a knowledge-rich curriculum, assessing and reporting on pupils' progress, and guiding colleagues. It is a full-time post in a Church of England school, aligned to the Grace Schools Principles of Education. Qualified Teacher Status is required, visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts on 1 January 2027.

What the job involves

• Plan and teach lessons and sequences of lessons for assigned classes within the school's knowledge-rich curriculum
• Assess, monitor, record and report on assigned pupils' learning needs, progress and achievements, adapting practice to get the best outcomes
• Give professional guidance to colleagues, working with staff, parents and other agencies in line with the Grace Schools Principles of Education
• Act as a role model, setting a high standard of teaching and high expectations across the school community
• Maintain the highest expectations for all children

What’s required

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent

Registration & licences

• Qualified Teacher Status

Experience

• Experience working as a class teacher in a primary school setting

Skills & knowledge

• Alignment to the Grace Schools Principles of Education
• Knowledge of strategies to support learning, progress and standards across the curriculum, with evidence of impact
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, parents, carers and the wider community

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What’s offered

• CPD including subject leadership development, professional networks and buddying
• Career progression within the school and across Grace Schools
• 24/7 employee assistance programme offering counselling and financial advice
• 24/7 GP service and an online health and wellbeing hub
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to eyecare vouchers