Class Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Desborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment currently supports a friendly primary school in Kettering seeking a Class Teacher to start September 2026. The role offers either full-time or part-time morning-only options, with permanent placement preferred but long-term supply also considered.

The successful candidate will plan lessons, differentiate learning, monitor progress, and contribute to school life with CPD opportunities and collaborative teamwork. MPS/UPS salary applies, pro rata for part-time.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
• A nurturing, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills.
• A commitment to raising pupil attainment and supporting the development of the whole child.
• A collaborative and positive approach to working with pupils, colleagues, and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where all pupils can succeed.
• Support pupils' academic progress alongside their social and emotional development.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of pupils across a range of abilities.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing effective feedback to support development.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and resilience.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, trips, and events.

Skills

QTS

UK primary teaching experience

Excellent communication

Organisation

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Class Teacher - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Full-Time or Part-Time September 2026 Start Permanent or Long-Term Supply

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming school environment?

Would you like the flexibility to work either full-time or part-time mornings only, while being part of a school where pupil progress, staff development, and high-quality teaching are at the heart of everything they do?

We are working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Kettering that is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

The school is ideally looking for a teacher to join on a permanent basis, although long-term supply will also be considered. Both full-time and part-time morning-only options are available, making this an excellent opportunity for teachers looking for either a full teaching commitment or greater flexibility.

Role Highlights

• Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where all pupils can succeed.
• Support pupils' academic progress alongside their social and emotional development.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of pupils across a range of abilities.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing effective feedback to support development.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and resilience.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, trips, and events.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
• A nurturing, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills.
• A commitment to raising pupil attainment and supporting the development of the whole child.
• A collaborative and positive approach to working with pupils, colleagues, and families.

What's On Offer

• Full-time or part-time Class Teacher opportunities.
• Morning-only part-time option available.
• September 2026 start.
• Permanent position preferred, with long-term supply also considered.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (MPS/UPS), pro rata for part-time work.
• A supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Access to high-quality CPD and career development opportunities.
• A positive, welcoming, and collaborative school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.

Professional Development

You will have access to a wide range of CPD opportunities designed to support your continued growth as an educator, including training in curriculum development, behaviour management, safeguarding, assessment, and evidence-based teaching practice.

Whether you are looking for a full-time permanent teaching position, a part-time morning-only role, or the flexibility of long-term supply, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a supportive primary school in Kettering.