Class Teacher

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

DDAT is seeking a creative and committed Class Teacher for Hardwick Primary School in Derby. You will inspire and support pupils, delivering high-quality English language learning and contributing to a vibrant, inclusive curriculum.

The role requires enthusiasm, strong classroom practice, and a willingness to develop leadership through curriculum enrichment and collaborative teamwork within our busy inner-city school. The appointment is temporary to August 2027.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience teaching English as an additional language.
• Ability to innovate in learning and lead curriculum development.
• Ability to reflect on practice and collaborate with others.
• Willing to contribute to curriculum enrichment.
• Well organised and proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning with high expectations for all pupils.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities.
• Lead on aspects of the school’s learning programme as required.
• Participate in safeguarding procedures and pre-employment checks.

Skills

Excellent teaching

ESL knowledge

Innovative teaching

Reflective practice

Curriculum development

Team player

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Class Teacher Job reference 000012614 Date posted 27/10/2026 Application closing date 11/11/2026 Working Pattern Blank Salary Experienced teachers and ECT’s are welcome to apply Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Teaching Attachments Blank Job description

Location: Hardwick Primary School, Derby
Contract type: Temporary to August 2027

We need an enthusiastic and committed primary teacher who has the knowledge, skills and drive required to make a difference to the lives of children in our community.

This is a real opportunity to make your mark and contribute to the development of learning in our school.

Hardwick Primary offers an inspiring modern learning environment for children, nurtured by a friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive school team who believe our pupils deserve the best and who consistently strive to make improvements to our outstanding school.

We are proud of our school, our pupils, our team, and our achievements and have big plans for the future.

Have you the skills and confidence to meet the challenges of this large, ambitious, vibrant, inner-city multicultural school?

We are looking to appoint a creative, experienced, and enthusiastic teacher, who:

• Is an excellent teacher, with high expectations and who uses this to deliver engaging learning;
• has a very good understanding of teaching English as an additional language;
• has an innovative and exciting approach to learning;
• has the ability to reflect on and develop their own practice and that of others;
• is willing to play a key role in the development and delivery and enrichment of our curriculum;
• is well organised and proactive team player who will make a positive contribution to our school team;

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn.
• working with a friendly, dedicated, and supportive staff team.
• outstanding facilities in our new (PFI) building including the use of a school laptop.
• opportunities to develop leadership skills and a commitment to your professional development.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks.

DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment, and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

The closing date for this vacancy is Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 12 noon. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held week commencing 16 November 2026.