Class Teacher (Primary Phase)

The Leigh Academy; Broad Street; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo is looking for a talented Class Teacher to join our friendly and ambitious primary team from January 2027.

As part of our all-through community, you’ll benefit from a flexible curriculum, cross-phase collaboration with secondary specialists, and a forward-thinking approach to outdoor learning.

The school is part of a thriving MAT and offers strong CPD, a supportive staff culture, and opportunities to shape a modern, pupil-centered curriculum.

Qualifications

• MPS/UPS (England & Wales) on the main teachers' pay scale.
• Teacher Pension Scheme.
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service.
• Collaborative MAT network.
• Additional LAT benefits.

Job description

Class Teacher (Primary Phase)

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Rochester, ME3 9HH
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 22 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 5 Oct 2026

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for a truly unique place to make a real difference? Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo is looking for a talented Class Teacher to join our friendly and ambitious primary team from January 2027.

At The Hundred of Hoo, we are more than just a school; we are a thriving all-through community where creativity is championed and collaboration is at our core. You'll be joining us at an incredibly exciting time - our recent Ofsted visit confirmed we are firmly on the path to 'Exceptional', noting the rapid transformation and high performance of our academy.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy the freedom of a flexible curriculum and the rare chance to work alongside secondary specialists to enrich our pupils' learning. Whether it's shaping our brand-new outdoor learning spaces or engaging in cross-phase projects, you'll have the space to be creative and the support to truly flourish.

What the school offers its staff

What makes Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo a special place to work:

• Shape the Vision - Be a key player in our growth from one to two-form entry. Help us design innovative learning environments, including our new outdoor spaces.
• Cross-Phase Collaboration - Benefit from a unique all-through setting where primary and secondary expertise meet to create an exceptional curriculum.
• Subject Leadership Opportunities - We are looking for leaders. Take ownership of a subject area and lead its development across the primary phase with the resources and autonomy to succeed.
• Bespoke Career Development - We invest in you. From instructional coaching to leadership pathways, our CPD is tailored to help you take the next step in your professional journey.
• A Supportive Community - Join a warm, close-knit staff team where your wellbeing is valued and your ideas are heard.

If you're a teacher who's excited to inspire, develop, and help shape the future of education, then we'd love to hear from you!

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): child 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.