Class Teacher

Eteach International; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Glen Hills Primary School in Leicester is seeking a Class Teacher to join our experienced team on a fixed term basis from January 2027 until August 2028. The role is in Key Stage 1 with flexibility for Years 1–6 and support for Early Career Teachers.

We offer strong induction, mentoring, collaborative planning, and a positive, busy learning environment where pupils are eager to learn and staff are committed to high standards and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Has safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the forefront of their classroom practice.
• Shares our high expectations and commitment to high standards for all pupils.
• Believes that all children have the potential to achieve highly.
• Is passionate about teaching and excites, engages and challenges all learners.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom.
• Embraces teamwork, building positive and professional relationships.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Supports children’s pastoral needs, promoting positive behaviour and resilience in line with our Routes to Resilience approach

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Key Stage 1 with some flexibility depending on experience.
• Work with Years 1 to 6 and support Early Career Teachers.
• Contribute to school-wide routines, behaviour and wellbeing strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect on practice and support one another.

Skills

Safeguarding awareness

Planning & organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

QTS / ECT welcome

Job description

# Class TeacherEmployer: Glen Hills Primary SchoolLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Initially until August 2028Salary: MPSPosted: 29th September 2026Expires: 10th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 29th September 2026Job ID: 1576629Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: SEPT26* Share :* Print**Class Teacher – Full Time (Fixed Term)****Start date: January 2027****Salary:** Main Pay Scale/ECTs welcome to applyWe are looking for a class teacher to join our well experienced teaching team on a full time basis from January 2027 on a fixed term contract until August 2028.Glen Hills Primary School is a large, welcoming primary school with a strong sense of community. We are an ambitious, values led school with motivated staff and well behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school. Staff work closely together to provide a calm, purposeful environment where everyone is supported to do their best.We are part of the Symphony Learning Multi Academy Trust, working collaboratively with other schools to share expertise, professional development and opportunities. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (March 2024) judged the school to be Good with Outstanding areas, and we are proud of the continued progress we are making together as a school community.The post is expected to be in Key Stage 1, with some flexibility depending on experience and strengths. We would particularly welcome interest from teachers who enjoy working with Years 1 to 6, as well as Early Career Teachers.**We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who:*** Has safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the forefront of their classroom practice* Shares our high expectations and commitment to high standards for all pupils* Believes that all children have the potential to achieve highly* Is passionate about teaching and excites, engages and challenges all learners* Brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom* Embraces teamwork, building positive and professional relationships* Has excellent communication and organisational skills* Supports children’s pastoral needs, promoting positive behaviour and resilience in line with our Routes to Resilience approach**We can offer:*** Supportive induction arrangements and ongoing training* A strong programme of support for ECTs, including mentoring and collaborative working* Well behaved, motivated pupils who enjoy learning and respond well to clear routines* A friendly, experienced staff team who plan together, reflect on practice and support one another* Well established systems that promote calm behaviour and positive attitudes to learning* A supportive senior leadership team committed to maintaining high standards while valuing staff wellbeing* Opportunities for professional development, including Trust wide collaboration through Symphony Learning* A school and Trust that are committed to staff wellbeing and manageable workloadVisits to Glen Hills Primary School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to see the school in action, meet members of the team and find out more about the role. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.To apply, please complete the application form and submit a supporting letter addressed to the Headteacher, outlining how your experience, skills and values make you well suited to the role. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the job description when preparing their application.**The closing date for the position is 25 October 2026 11:59PM****Interviews will take place on 04 November & 06 November 2026**### AttachmentsJob Description and Person Specification - Class Teacher (1) (3)GH Application Supporting Document (3)### Safeguarding Statement:Glen Hills Primary School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. References will be sought for all short-listed candidates and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. References will be requested immediately for short listed candidates. Applicants will be checked against the prohibited list and asked to complete a childcare disqualification form.