Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Peterborough seeks a dedicated Class Teacher to join its team from summer 2026. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and creative individual who demonstrates high expectations for all students. This role offers a supportive and modern environment, where collaboration among staff is encouraged. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to pupil welfare are essential. Application details and deadlines are indicated within the advertisement.

Benefits

supportive work environment

enthusiastic community

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, dynamic, and creative teacher dedicated to high-quality teaching.
• Effective communication skills and commitment to teamwork.
• Well-organized with a flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Join a talented team in providing excellent teaching and learning experiences.
• Support pupils academically and personally to achieve high standards.

Skills

enthusiastic and dynamic teaching

effective communication skills

flexibility and adaptability

team collaboration

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Class Teacher required from summer – April 2026. Main Scale / UPS. Full time or Part time. Permanent.

An excellent opportunity exists for a dynamic and enthusiastic primary school teacher (Year 6 in the first instance) to join a talented and committed team from the summer term 2026. The school offers a supportive, enthusiastic, modern and well‑resourced environment, building on past successes to provide high‑quality teaching and learning experiences for all pupils.

The school's first priority is to appoint the best classroom practitioner. Subject strengths and interests, as well as extra‑curricular interests, should be stated clearly in the application.

‘High expectations are a hallmark of the school. Pupils are supported to excel academically and personally.’

‘Pupils have highly positive attitudes and a commitment to learning because lessons are interesting and engaging.’

‘Leaders tirelessly advocate for pupils and families, and parents are highly positive about the school.’

‘Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. Pupils show respect for others, both in class and around the school.’

We are looking for

• an enthusiastic, dynamic, creative teacher
• an adaptable, flexible and well‑organised teacher with high expectations of all pupils
• an excellent team member, committed to providing high‑quality teaching and learning
• effective communication skills
• a willingness to contribute to the life of the school

We offer

• welcoming, friendly and hardworking staff
• enthusiastic children and parents who enjoy participating in school life
• a caring and supportive ethos where staff well‑being is a high priority
• a sense of fun and enjoyment in an environment where colleagues all work together and support each other
• a modern building with excellent resources and facilities including IT resources for staff

Application Process

Application forms are available on the school website www.hampton-hargate.peterborough.sch.uk or by contacting the school office: 01733 296780 or by email [e-mail]. Applicants should complete a supporting letter of application (no more than two sides of A4). Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office.

Closing date: 10:00 am Thursday 22nd January 2026
Interviews: Expected to be on Thursday 29th January 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people, including the Prevent agenda. All appointments are conditional and subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS disclosure, right to work in the UK and a qualifications check. Providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected and referred to the police.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references and suitability to work with children. You must inform us about any unspent conviction, caution, reprimand or warning under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.