Year Reception, Ks1 or Ks2 Class Teacher - Full-time

Maypole Primary School, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-2066-326T
• Posted:26/05/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:12/06/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Maypole Primary School, part of The Inspire Academy Movement, is seeking a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our nurturing and forward-thinking team in September 2026.

You’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, well-being support and a warm and inclusive school environment, and the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on children’s learning. Year group preferences can be discussed at interview.

If you're ready to embrace new challenges and become part of a team that inspires and empowers, we’d love to hear from you!

What will we offer the successful candidate?

• A collaborative, friendly staff team
• An inclusive, supportive leadership that cares, listens and empowers
• Leadership opportunities
• An innovative and engaging curriculum
• Opportunities for self-development
• Sessions with our Wellbeing Consultant
• Free secure parking in private school car park
• Great staff morale and social events ( we have a minimal staff turnaround and a fantastic supportive team)

The Inspire Academy Movement recognise the importance of family and are committed to ensuring staff are given time off work to share special occasions. Staff are given a paid 'family day' each year.

We believe in a healthy work-life balance and encourage our employees to prioritise self-care and well-being.

We reserve the right to interview before the close date so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01322 523830

Information about the school

At Maypole School, we pride ourselves on our caring, friendly and inclusive environment. We put children first and aim to bring out the very best in every individual. The strong relationships we develop with our children and families enable us to create a distinctive and supportive ethos in which everyone can flourish. We thrive as a community, with an active PTA that plays a key role in school life, and we celebrate our shared successes through events such as our much-loved end-of-year Carnival. These occasions help to strengthen our sense of belonging and community spirit. We are very proud of our achievements and the high standards attained by our pupils. We have been recognised through a number of accolades, including achieving the Rights Respecting Schools Gold Award and positive Ofsted outcomes in April 2026 https://www.maypoleprimary.org.uk/28/ofsted We are passionate about educating the whole child and ensuring that all pupils benefit from a wide range of experiences and opportunities that enrich their learning and personal development.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Shern Virdi
• Address:Franklin Road, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7UZ
• Telephone: 01322 523830
• Email: svirdi@inspiream.org.uk

Fax: 01322 556581

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Personal Specification
• Wellbeing & Culture Charter
• Safeguarding Policy
• Staff Benefits