Class Teacher (Primary Phase)

Cromwell Community College; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Cromwell Community College in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, invites applications for a Class Teacher in the Primary Phase. You will teach across year groups, adapt lessons to meet diverse needs and contribute to a supportive, high-expectation learning environment.

This permanent, full-time role, aligned with the Active Learning Trust, offers opportunities to develop practice, collaborate with staff, and help pupils thrive from January 2027 start.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching within the Primary Phase, planning engaging lessons that follow the curriculum and meet pupils' varying needs.
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using assessment effectively to support learning and achievement.
• Create a safe, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support pupils' academic and personal development.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing, contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the academy and Trust.

Job description

Location: Cromwell Community College, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Main Pay Range £34,069 - £46,940 / Upper Pay Range - £49,134 - £52,835

Start date: January 2027

Shape young minds. Strengthen futures.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join the Primary Phase at Cromwell Community College. This is an opportunity to be part of a school community where high expectations, collaboration and care for every child sit at the heart of what we do. The role is ideal for a teacher who combines strong classroom practice with a genuine commitment to helping pupils thrive, adapting teaching to meet individual needs and creating an environment where children feel supported, challenged and inspired to achieve. As part of the Active Learning Trust, you will be encouraged to develop your practice, embrace new ideas and play an active role in shaping positive experiences and opportunities for children every day.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching within the Primary Phase, planning engaging lessons that follow the curriculum and meet pupils' varying needs.
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using assessment effectively to support learning and achievement.
• Create a safe, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support pupils' academic and personal development.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing, contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the academy and Trust.

All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act.