Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based academy in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a passionate KS1 teacher committed to excellence and collaboration. The role demands a qualified teacher with strong behaviour management skills and a love for education. You will be part of a supportive school community, offering opportunities for professional development and a chance to impact the lives of young learners directly. Benefits include discounts and flexible perks. Visits to the school are encouraged.

Benefits

10% discount in Co‑op Food stores

Discounted gym membership

Flexible benefits package

Loan options for season tickets and deposits

Qualifications

• Track record of success in behaviour management and academic achievement.
• Understanding of excellent teaching practice.
• Pride in work and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Participate in continuous professional development.
• Collaborate with others to promote excellence.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Motivation

Strong relationships

Good sense of humour

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a KS1 teacher who:

• Is a qualified teacher with a track record of success in terms of behaviour management and academic achievement
• Has a real understanding of excellent teaching practice
• Loves their job, taking pride in everything that they do
• Works well in a team, enjoying learning and collaborating with others to promote excellence throughout the whole school as well as in their own classroom
• Is motivated to do their very best
• Has excellent organisational skills & enjoys a challenge
• Uses their strengths to enhance the teaching and learning of children
• Is able to maintain good relationships with parents and multi‑agency networks
• Has a good sense of humour and boundless energy
• Is committed to ensuring that excellence, inclusion and challenge are at the heart of everything we do.
• Is willing to play a full part in the life of the school

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming and supportive school community that values collaboration and professional growth
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• A creative and innovative environment where new ideas are encouraged
• The chance to make meaningful impact on the lives of children and help shape their educational journey
• All our values are based upon the values of the Co‑op Group, which will inform our behaviours.
• Self‑help: We do not expect to be spoon fed – we will try to do things for ourselves in the right way and at the right time.
• Self‑responsibility: Everyone should act in a responsible way around the academy site and in the local community. We take responsibility for our own learning; we want to become independent learners.
• Equality: We are proud to be part of a very multicultural academy, with students from all over the world; it is important that we treat each other with respect and accept that others may be different from ourselves. We should all of us have equal chances to succeed.
• Equity: We want to look for the best in each other. Rewarding others fairly to encourage all types of achievement.
• Democracy: We will contribute our ideas to make the academy a success.
• Solidarity: We can achieve more by working together, rather than as individuals.

Our Values

• Succeed together
• Do what matters most
• Be yourself, always
• Show you care

Benefits include

• You'll get being a Co‑op member, you’ll get a Co‑op colleague discount card. This gives you a 10% discount in our Co‑op Food stores.
• Co‑operative flexible benefits (discounted line rental and broadband package, family care advice and cycle to work scheme)
• Discounted gym membership and leisure activities which includes discounts on Merlin Entertainments (Sea Life, Legoland etc), Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak and many more!
• Co‑operative Credit Union: save directly from your salary and receive a competitive dividend. Borrowers can benefit from very competitive interest rates & terms (in comparison with other high street lenders)
• Co‑op Funeralcare benefit
• Season ticket and rental deposit loans

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and have been arranged for 8th January 2026 at 9.00am and Tuesday 16th January 2026 at 3.15pm

If you would like to attend one of the visit sessions, please contact the school office on 01782 234868 or email [e-mail]

Commitment to safeguarding

Co‑op Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought and an online social media check completed for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.