Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Teaching Vacancies; Longfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECT mentoring

Collaborative culture

Professional development

Job summary

Leigh Academy Hartley in England is seeking a passionate Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community. Whether you are an experienced educator or an Early Career Teacher, this role offers a supportive induction and opportunities for professional growth.

We prioritise wellbeing and development, with mentoring, structured induction, and high-quality CPD aligned with Early Career Framework. If you want to make a tangible difference in a forward-thinking academy, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Passionate, creative and dedicated teachers are welcome.
• Experience in education or current Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a strong start.
• Committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Skills

Passionate

Creative

Dedicated

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Leigh Academy Hartley, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education and every teacher deserves an exceptional start to their career. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community.

Whether you are an experienced educator or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for the perfect place to plant your roots, we offer an environment where your professional growth is our priority.

If you are a motivated individual who wants to make a tangible difference in a supportive and forward-thinking academy, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Why Choose us?

We know that the first few years in the classroom are the most formative. That's why we've built a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing.

• Outstanding ECT Support and Mentoring: You will be joining a structured induction programme. We provide dedicated mentors, regular coaching sessions, and strictly protected time to ensure you build the confidence and skills needed to master your classroom practice.
• A Nurturing, Collaborative Culture: We pride ourselves on being a welcoming team. We value open communication and teamwork above all else. This is a safe space to ask questions, share ideas, and grow within a community that genuinely cares about your work-life balance.
• High-Quality Professional Development: Growth doesn't stop after induction. You will have access to evidence-based CPD and ECT training fully aligned with the Early Career Framework. We offer clear, transparent pathways for career progression across the wider Trust.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.