Class Teacher - Maternity

Folkestonegirls; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Sheerness is seeking an experienced class teacher passionate about transforming educational outcomes. The role requires inspiring children through vibrant teaching methods and contributing to a culture of high expectations. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Professional growth opportunities

Creative curriculum

Qualifications

• Dynamic educator ready to inspire children through creative and inclusive teaching.
• Ability to maintain high expectations for behavior, effort, and achievement.
• Willingness to embrace professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Inspire children through engaging, creative, and inclusive teaching methods.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the school life.
• Recognise and respond to each child’s unique potential.

Skills

Leadership

Engaging Teaching Methods

Collaboration

Job description

Are you an outstanding teacher with a passion for making a lasting impact? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a journey of growth, transformation, and engagement with our local community? Do you have ambition to be a strong leader, honing and developing those skills as part of a team?

We are looking for an excellent and experienced class teacher to join our dedicated team and help drive forward an exciting period of improvement at our school. As a growing and evolving community, we’re seeking dynamic educators who are not only inspiring in the classroom but who also want to play a key role in shaping the future of our school.

At Eastchurch, our children are enthusiastic learners with a genuine love for discovery. Through vibrant teaching, carefully structured lessons, and a culture of high expectations, we enable our pupils to thrive both academically and personally. We’re proud of the progress we’re making—and we know that exceptional teachers are at the heart of that journey.

**We are looking for someone who will:

- Inspire children through engaging, creative, and inclusive teaching methods;

- Bring energy, vision, and leadership to support our school’s next chapter;

- Recognise and respond to each child’s unique potential;

- Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort, and achievement;

- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school life;

- Embrace opportunities for professional growth and school-wide improvement.

**In return, we offer:

- A warm, welcoming, and supportive staff team;

- Wonderful children who are eager to learn and grow;

- A forward-thinking leadership team committed to raising standards and transforming outcomes;

- A rich, creative curriculum designed to spark curiosity and confidence;

- A genuine opportunity to be part of a positive and ambitious change.

We believe that every member of our team plays a vital role in helping our school and wider community move forward. If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit or an informal conversation, please contact the school office on 01795 880279 or email [e-mail]. You can also find out more about us on our website: https://www.eastchurch.kent.sch.uk

We welcome early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.

**Applications to be made via Kent-Teach.**

Let’s make a difference — together.