Class Teacher

The Leigh Academy; Strood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Academy

Supportive community

Career progression

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Leigh Academy Oaks is inviting applications for a Class Teacher (Cover) to join a vibrant, collaborative team. This permanent, part-time role offers the chance to support pupils across the school and contribute to a high-performing learning culture.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will benefit from strong CPD, supportive leadership, and opportunities to develop professionally while fostering a love of learning in every child.

Qualifications

• MPS/UPS (England & Wales)
• Teacher Pension Scheme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• collaborative MAT network
• additional LAT benefits

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate pupils to reach their full potential.
• Create a loving, engaging learning environment that supports student growth.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality lessons.
• Participate in professional development and school improvement initiatives.

Skills

MPS/UPS

Teacher Pension

Virtual GP Service

MAT network

LAT benefits

Job description

Class Teacher

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Rochester, ME2 2SX
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 4 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 21 Sept 2026

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

• MPS/UPS (England & Wales)
• Teacher Pension Scheme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• collaborative MAT network
• additionalLAT benefits

Are you an inspiring, creative, and passionate teacher? Leigh Academy Oaks has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Class Teacher (Cover) to join our team. This is your chance to be part of an academy proudly awarded Exceptional by Ofsted (March 2026).

At Leigh Academy Oaks, we are committed to nurturing every pupil's potential and providing the best possible educational experience. Our focus is on creating an environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We work together to achieve excellence for all, fostering confident, resilient children who benefit from the expertise of energetic, highly motivated, and forward-thinking teachers.

We are seeking a teacher who places children at the heart of school life, with high expectations for both pupil achievement and behaviour. You will be someone who inspires and motivates pupils to reach their full potential, while fostering a love of learning in every child.

In return, you will join a dynamic and collaborative team, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development, as we continue our journey of excellence.

Why join Leigh Academy Oaks?

• An Outstanding Academy: Be part of a thriving, ambitious, and innovative school with a reputation for excellence.
• A Passionate & Supportive Community: Work alongside dedicated colleagues who share a commitment to providing the best possible start in education.
• Career Progression: As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you'll have access to fantastic CPD opportunities and leadership development pathways.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Enjoy working in a well-resourced learning environment designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a school that values the importance of education. If you are ready to inspire, challenge, and shape the next generation of learners, we'd love to hear from you!

This is a permanent role, offering MPS/UPS based on experience. This role is part time, 3 days per week.

Please note that interviews for this role may be held on a rolling basis. Therefore, we encourage candidates to make early applications where possible to avoid missing this opportunity.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Oaks

Leigh Academy Oaks is a vibrant and nurturing small academy where every child receives the best education. With our dedicated staff and stimulating environment, we're proud of the hard work and positive attitude that flourishes here. We deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, enriched by real-life experiences and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), fostering confident, independent, and curious learners, all designed to make education exciting, interesting, and meaningful.

We are delighted to share that Leigh Academy Oaks has recently been judged Exceptional by Ofsted. This reflects our commitment to providing a happy, safe, and caring community where everyone is encouraged and supported to achieve their goals, and where every member of our academy — pupils, staff, and parents — has a voice, choice, and ownership in their educational journey.

Commitment to safeguarding

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates — you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.