Class Teacher - Longlands Primary School

Parkway; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Longlands Primary School in Sidcup is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join for a full-time, temporary Spring Term 2027 to cover a Year 3 class. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and learning and will contribute to a engaging, inclusive classroom where every child can thrive.

The school values high-quality lessons, safeguarding and a positive school community, with a supportive team to help every child reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, dedicated and caring Class Teacher.
• Commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the classroom, working with small groups and individuals.
• Deliver high-quality lessons that support pupils’ academic and personal development.
• Contribute positively to the school community.

Job description

At Longlands Primary School we are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and caring Class Teacher to join our friendly and supportive primary school for a full-time, temporary position for the Spring Term 2027 to cover a Year 3 class. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and learning, high expectations for all pupils, and a commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. We welcome applications from teachers who are committed to delivering high-quality lessons, supporting pupils’ academic and personal development, and contributing positively to our school community. In return, we offer the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team of colleagues who are dedicated to helping every child achieve their full potential.

Longlands Primary School is a forward thinking and successful, one and half form entry school in Sidcup. At the heart of our school is a strong sense of community, where relationships matter and every child is encouraged to achieve, grow in confidence and develop a love of learning. As part of our committed and supportive staff team, you will play an important role in helping pupils feel safe, valued and inspired each day, providing support in the classroom, working with small groups and individuals and celebrating every step of progress along the way.

Temporary Position Details

This role is temporary to cover a staff member on sabbatical. The vacancy will be from 04/01/2027 to 26/03/2027.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks.

This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification.

Please refer to the Job Description for more information. Further information about our school can be found at www.longlands.bexley.sch.uk.