Class Teacher

Good Shepherd Trust; Jacobs Well; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Job summary

The Good Shepherd Trust in Guildford invites applications for a Class Teacher. You will deliver engaging lessons across the curriculum, nurture student progress, and collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards.

The post offers a permanent, full-time contract with responsibilities including classroom management, contributing to CPD, and attending meetings. Start date January 27, with a closing date 25 September 2026.

Qualifications

• QTS and active teaching qualification.
• Detailed knowledge of the curriculum and its delivery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• Motivated and enthusiastic with reliable attendance.
• Experience delivering innovative curriculum delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching aligned to the curriculum.
• Contribute to school improvement and CPD.
• Foster a positive learning environment and maintain standards.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Deadline management

Student motivation

Attendance

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Class Teacher at The Good Shepherd Trust

Job Reference # EDV/2026/GST/75120

Location Larch Building, Larch Avenue, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1JY

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £35,602.00 - £48,479.00 Annually (FTE)

Main pay range

Closing Date 5:00pm, Fri 25th Sep, 2026

Start Date Jan 27

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) To be confirmed

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About this Role

Are you an inspirational, dynamic practitioner? Are you self-motivated and well organised? Are you looking for a school that will support you to be the best that you can be? Whether you are just starting out in your teaching career, looking for a new challenge or returning to teaching after a break we would love to hear from you. We have Class Teacher roles available in our Dorking schools.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Salary - Teachers Main Pay Scale.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.
• Onsite parking.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A detailed knowledge of the curriculum and its means of delivery
• High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work as a team.
• The ability to work towards deadlines.
• The ability to motivate both students and your peers.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Experience innovating to deliver the curriculum

Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the headteacher for an informal conversation.

Please see our job description and person specification for more details on this role.