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Class Teacher - Full-time

The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust

  • Ref:KCC-F55-27-T
  • Posted:07/05/2026
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:02/06/2026 at 16:00
  • Interviews:wk of 8 June 2026

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The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust would like to offer the opportunity to an enthusiastic, forward-thinking early careers teacher to join their excellent team of supportive professionals. The vacancy is at Rochester Riverside C of E Primary School, Gas House Road, Rochester, ME11US. The school is in a very strong position to recruit an ECT or a second placement teacher. The school is able to offer excellent mentoring and a rich new school environment in the heart of historic Rochester with transport links on the doorstep.                                                                                                                                          

Are you looking for an unique and exciting opportunity to put children first?

The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust is a small group of Church Schools who have established excellent cross-school relationships to ensure that our teachers benefit from both the very best of remaining small whilst enjoying the support of larger collaborations. All our schools offer a rich range of well-resourced sites, well-behaved children, supportive parents and high quality mentoring and professional development. 

The successful candidates will:

  • Be committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all children;
  • Inspire children to be resourceful, independent, creative and happy learners;
  • Be an enthusiastic team member who shares our visions and ethos;
  • Be effective communicators with colleagues, parents and children;
  • Have a strong knowledge of the progression and expectations of the curriculum;
  • Have good sense of humour, a caring disposition and a passion for indoor and outdoor learning - a good pair of wellies are essential!  

At The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust, children are at the heart of all decision-making.

  • We actively encourage and support creative thinking that leads to those 'Wow!' moments;
  • We thrive whilst working together as an effective team;
  • Environments are second to none and stimulating at every turn;
  • CPD is tailored to your needs and those of the children;
  • Your efforts are noticed and appreciated;
  • Pupils and adults behave in a courteous and Christian manner. 

All schools continually evolve in their drive for excellence. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the MAT. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the MAT is set up to provide well-being opportunities, networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment, then we would love to meet you.

Offer of appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. 

We are an open and diverse recruiter who would love to welcome you through the door to look round one or all of our lovely schools. Please contact the school offices to arrange a visit, please contact office manager Lydia Sutch by Email: office@rrcoe.medway.sch.uk or telephone: 01634 471697 

            

Information about the trust

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, develop professionally and be part of a supportive community, we would love to meet you. The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust is a family of Church of England primary schools united by a shared commitment to putting children first. Our Trust vision is captured in our strapline: "Learning is a Life's Journey; Children Should Travel First Class." Our Christian foundation is rooted in John 10:10, where Jesus says: "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." This belief shapes everything we do. We seek to provide an education that develops the whole child - academically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. Our schools span the neighbouring local authorities of Kent and Medway, enabling us to combine the benefits of close collaboration with the personal touch of a smaller Trust. Each school has its own distinctive character and strengths: St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a joyous, welcoming rural school with strong community roots. St Margaret's at Troy Town Church of England Primary School sits at the heart of historic Rochester and serves a diverse community. The Pilgrim School brings together the best of both village and urban educational experiences. Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School is our newest school, established to serve the growing Rochester Riverside community, and we are proud to support its continued growth and success. Together, our schools share expertise, resources and a commitment to excellence while maintaining the individuality and character that make each one special.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.