Class Teacher (MAT Cover)

Leigh Academy Paddock Wood; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh Academy Paddock Wood in Tonbridge is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for a maternity cover until November 2027. The role is full-time on the Main Pay Scale, commensurate with experience. Interviews may be held on a rolling basis to fill the vacancy promptly.

You will inspire and motivate pupils, fostering a love of learning while maintaining high standards of achievement and behaviour. You will work collaboratively with a committed team to support every child’s progress.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with commitment to pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Inspires and motivates pupils to reach their full potential.
• Creates an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Collaborates with colleagues to drive pupil progress.

Skills

Inspiring teaching

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Child development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you an inspiring, creative, and passionate teacher? Leigh Academy Paddock Wood has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Class Teacher to join our team on a maternity cover basis until November 2027.

At Leigh Academy Paddock Wood, 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 in an inclusive environment 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.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a school that values the importance of education. If you are a flexible team-player, ambitious for child progress and attainment and are ready to inspire, challenge, and shape the next generation of learners, we’d love to hear from you!

This is a fixed-term role on a maternity cover basis, working full-time and offers Main Pay Scale, commensurate with experience.

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.