Teacher

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust); Guildford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & Training

Leadership Coaching

Funded Development Training

Headspace

Mindfulness Programme

Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work

Pension Contributions

Innovative Culture

Job summary

TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) in Guildford is seeking a Class Teacher to bring lessons to life, creating memorable learning experiences and driving pupil engagement across the primary curriculum.

You will work within a supportive trust environment, focusing on inclusive teaching, strong child welfare understanding, and collaboration with colleagues to raise achievement for all abilities.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Understanding the educational, welfare and social needs of the children we support.
• Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment.
• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality class teaching across the primary curriculum.
• Create engaging lessons and contribute to the wider life of the trust.

Skills

Great communicator

Relationship building

Inclusive learning

Engaging teaching

Job description

Salary: M1-M6 £35,601-£46,940 (including fringe) Potential Mathematics Lead TLR depending on experience

Company: TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust)

Hours: Full-time

Location: Guildford, GU1 1QJ

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 20 Oct 2026

Closing date: 19 Nov 2026

Your Passion. Our Community. Their Future.

The classroom is your canvas. We are looking for a Class Teacher who doesn't just follow a lesson plan, but breathes life into it. If you are someone who thrives on creating "lightbulb moments" and believes that education should be an adventure, you belong in our Trust.

We are looking for a creative architect of learning, someone who can take the curriculum and turn it into something immersive, interactive, and impossible to forget. Whether you are using new technology, outdoor spaces, or simply your own storytelling to engage your pupils, we provide the supportive environment you need to try new ideas and innovate.

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher with fresh ideas or an experienced hand looking for a new spark, we are interested in your drive to level the playing field for every child. In our community, your voice is heard, your creativity is celebrated and your commitment to excellence is matched by our commitment to you. Let’s build a future where every child, no matter their starting point, can thrive.

The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
• Understanding the educational, welfare and social needs of the children we support
• Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment
• Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging
• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

Great Teaching Starts with a Great Community: Your Benefits

We know you’re going to achieve great things in the classroom. At our academy, investing in your wellbeing and professional growth isn't just a perk—it’s a priority. To support your journey, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed for both your career and your lifestyle:

• Exceptional CPD & Training: Access a wealth of high-quality development opportunities tailored to every stage of your career.
• Leadership Coaching & Mentoring: Receive dedicated guidance and insight from our experienced academy leadership team.
• Funded Development Training: Grow your expertise through a vast array of courses, including subject-specific accreditations.
• Headspace Subscription: Enjoy free, full access to the world’s leading mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.
• Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme: Participate in a free, expert-led mindfulness course for adults (8 x 90-minute out-of-hours sessions).
• Blue Light Card Eligibility: Save more on shopping, dining, and travel with access to the UK’s premier discount scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute by spreading the cost of a new bike and equipment.
• Generous Pension Contributions: Secure your future with a substantial employer investment into your long-term financial wellbeing.
• A Supportive, Innovative Culture: Join a friendly, forward-thinking environment that champions work-life balance and values your input in driving meaningful change.

About Weyfield Primary Academy

Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find out more visit our websitehere.

To discover what makes Weyfield so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01483 598956 or [e-mail]

About Kemnal Academies Trust

Kemnal Academies Trust is a group of schools with ambition for every child and pride in the communities we serve. We provide a broad and rich education that opens doors. Working together, we give every pupil the support and the skills they need to build a life of purpose, agency, and contribution.

Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Our leaders focus on pupil progress and attainment, regularly sharing knowledge, insight, and experience across our family of schools. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support because when we work together, every child benefits.

A Culture of Belonging: Equity, Inclusion & Diversity

Belonging is of utmost importance to us. We strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and respected, where expectations are high, and genuine support is provided. Here, colleagues are trusted to lead, contribute, and grow in alignment with our mission. At Kemnal Academies Trust, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we know diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Flexible Working

Kemnal Academies Trust recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career while balancing their commitments and interests outside of work. We actively promote flexible working practices and opportunities to support a positive work-life balance.

Interview dates for this role are listed in the key vacancy details above; please ensure you hold this date in your diary when applying. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications, so early submission is encouraged.

Be Who You Are: Interview & Workplace Adjustments

Should you be selected and invited to interview, please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate fully. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments within both the recruitment process and the workplace to support every candidate.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

Kemnal Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to statutory safer recruitment checks prior to appointment. These include, but are not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check, online searches (in line with KCSIE guidelines), identity and right-to-work verification, reference checks, relevant qualification/prohibition checks, and overseas checks where applicable. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed.

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