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KS1/2 Teacher - Full-time

West Borough Primary School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-2653-185T
  • Posted:17/02/2026
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:12/03/2026 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Tuesday 17th March

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Due to the retirement of one of our much-loved teachers, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary School Teacher to join our team. This role would suit an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or someone looking to take the next step in their career.

As a teacher at West Borough, you will:

  • Plan and deliver high-quality lessons across the primary curriculum

  • Support the academic, social, and emotional development of all pupils

  • Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress

  • Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community

  • Contribute to the life and enrichment of the school beyond the classroom

We are open to which year group you will teach. Please state your preference in your application.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

  • Is passionate about inspiring and motivating children

  • Has excellent classroom management and organisational skills

  • Can differentiate lessons to meet individual needs

  • Works collaboratively and is committed to continuous professional development

We Offer:

  • A welcoming, supportive, and friendly staff team

  • Engaged and enthusiastic pupils

  • Opportunities for professional growth, including ECT support

  • A positive, inclusive school culture that celebrates learning and achievement

Safeguarding

West Borough Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We reserve the right to interview applicants before the closing date should we choose to do so. Early applications are therefore encouraged, as are visits to the school.

Information about the school

We are very proud of our wonderful school which was judged as good with outstanding features. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was in October 2022.

We have 15 classes including our maintained Nursery. A set of Core Values underpin all that we do which ensure high expectations of both learning and behaviour. They are; Equality, Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Challenge. Our inclusive school is based on a large, well resourced site just outside Maidstone town centre. Our excellent facilities include a library and extensive outdoor learning areas.

We have recently achieved our National Nurturing Award Accreditation and also hold the OPAL Platinum Award.

Our school has a happy and caring ethos and is is full of well motivated children, supported by a hardworking and fully committed team of staff and governors.

West Borough Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post will be subject to a DBS check and successful references prior to a start date. Please read the Child Protection Policy which can be found in the documents below.

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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.