Class Teacher

Sigmatrust; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Monkwick Junior School is seeking a Class Teacher to inspire and motivate pupils. The role includes planning, preparation, assessment, and teaching. The position suits both experienced and newly qualified teachers. A competitive salary and robust CPD training are offered.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Free membership to Perkbox

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care plan

Annual free flu vaccination

Discounted gym membership

Discounted cinema tickets

Eligible for Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status in the UK required.
• Experience in primary sector teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations to inspire and motivate pupils.
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons.
• Adapt teaching to meet pupils' needs.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Successful teaching experience

Commitment to safeguarding

Professional relationships

Job description

Monkwick Junior School

Class Teacher

Pay Range: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Range

Actual Salary from: £31,650 – £49,084 (M1-U3)

Start Date: September 2025

The Role

We are seeking an outstanding individual to take responsibility for the teaching of class, to include: planning, preparation, assessment, monitoring and teaching of pupils.

The position will suit an experienced or newly qualified teacher. Visits to the school are welcomed.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Should you be successful during the shortlisting process interviews will be held face to face at the school.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons.
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification)

We're looking for you if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status in the UK
• Successful teaching experience within the primary sector
• Commitment to the safeguarding of children and following relevant policies
• Ability to make and maintain professional and supportive relationships with children

Why work for The Sigma Trust, Monkwick Junior School?

We can offer you:

• A Competitive Salary
• Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships

Employee benefits include:

• Excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan
• Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care plan
• Annual free flu vaccination
• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
• Discounted cinema tickets
• Eligible for Blue Light Card

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.sigmatrust.org.uk

To Apply

To apply for this post, please click on the ‘apply’ button.

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and any CV’s and accompanying covering letters will be disregarded. A Notes for Applicants document is attached for further information.

• Closing date: Midnight, Monday 19th May
• Interviewing date: TBC

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.