Class Teacher - KS2

LEO Academy Trust; North Cheam; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education provider in North Cheam is seeking a Class Teacher for KS2, focusing on Year 5. The role involves managing behavior, developing community links, and ensuring inclusive education. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching primary age children. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary: Outer London Main and Upper scale, with salary according to experience.

Discounted Rates for Trust Nursery and Wraparound care.

Secure your future with a lasting role in our growing Trust.

Coaching-oriented development with ongoing professional learning opportunities.

A collaborative environment with supportive colleagues.

Positive impact on local communities and the lives of students.

Innovative teaching that integrates technology.

Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (Unless employed as an unqualified teacher).
• Substantial experience of successful teaching of primary age children.
• Enthusiastic about working within a climate of positive change.
• Ability to successfully organise your own workload and that of others.
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines.
• Be an exemplary and innovative classroom practitioner.
• Commitment to effective inclusion to cater for all needs in a primary mainstream school.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing across a variety of situations.
• Commitment to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils in a mainstream school, including those with special educational needs and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
• Develop and extend effective community links and partnerships.
• Improve teaching through professional development, responding to advice and feedback.
• Work in partnership with the academy committee.
• Assimilate new ideas and procedures into practice and model this to others.
• Demonstrate how your role impacts positively on pupil attainment and progress.
• Keep up to date with evidence-informed strategies and communicate effectively.
• Ensure equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging in all aspects.

Job description

Class Teacher - KS2

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 30 September 2025
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 12 October 2025
• Location: Sutton, Surrey, SM3 8PQ
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 76892fe2-4100-46c4-a001-321c0fd0bd47

Overview

Role: Class Teacher - KS2. Initially teaching Year 5. The post is part of the LEO Academy Trust and involves contributing to an inclusive, high-quality primary education environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment inside and outside the classroom
• A commitment to developing and extending effective community links and partnerships
• A commitment to taking responsibility for improving your teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
• Work in partnership with the academy committee, communicating effectively to them when necessary
• Able to assimilate new ideas and procedures into own practice and model this to others
• Able to demonstrate how your role will impact positively on pupil attainment and progress
• Commitment to keeping up to date with evidence-informed strategies and initiatives, and to ensuring these are communicated effectively to appropriate stakeholders
• Commitment to ensuring equity, inclusion and a sense of belonging with regards to all aspects of school life

Qualifications and experience

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (Unless employed as an unqualified teacher)
• Substantial experience of successful teaching of primary age children
• To be enthusiastic about working within a climate of positive change
• Ability to successfully organise your own workload and that of others
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines
• Be an exemplary and innovative classroom practitioner
• A commitment to effective inclusion to cater for all needs in a primary mainstream school
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing across a variety of situations
• A commitment to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils in a mainstream school, including those with special educational needs and disabilities

What the school offers its staff

• Competitive Salary: Outer London Main and Upper scale, with salary according to experience.
• Discounted Rates: Discounted rates for our Trust Nursery and Wraparound care.
• Permanent Contract: Secure your future with a lasting role in our growing Trust.
• Key Stage 2 Focus: Initially teaching Year 5, you'll inspire young minds and shape their academic journey.
• Flexible Working: Part-time or full-time hours (at least 4 days, with potential for 5 days).
• Growth and Development: Coaching-oriented development with ongoing professional learning opportunities.
• Collaborative Environment: Supportive colleagues who embrace professional growth.
• Impactful Work: Positive impact on local communities and the lives of students, colleagues, and families.
• Innovative Teaching: Integrate technology to create engaging learning experiences.
• Inclusive Culture: Embrace inclusivity and celebrate diversity within our welcoming school family.

About LEO Academy Trust

LEO Academy Trust is committed to developing a family of schools where collaboration makes a real difference. Successful applicants will initially be appointed to the Trust, with an initial location at Cheam Fields until August 31, 2026. Occasional travel between sites may be required for training opportunities.

Cheam Fields had an Ofsted Inspection in October 2024 and are delighted that our school was graded Outstanding in all areas.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Cheam Fields, we adhere to all national and local policies regarding safeguarding Children and Young People. We are committed to gender, racial, religious, and disability equality in every part of school life. Cheam Fields is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The LEO Academy Trust Safeguarding and child protection policy is written in collaboration with all DSLs across the Trust.