Ect/Experienced Teacher (Eyfs/Ks1) - Full-time

Barnsole Primary School, Gillingham

• Ref:MED887-2396-127T
• Posted:17/03/2026
• Pay:MSP 1 - 6 / UPR
• Start Date:1st September 2026
• App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 11:00
• Interviews:24th April 2026

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Join Barnsole Primary School as a Class Teacher – ECTs and Experienced Teachers Welcome
Start strong. Feel supported. Make a meaningful impact.

Hours: 27.5 per week | Contract: Permanent | Term Time: 39 weeks
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)

Are you a passionate teacher ready to make a real difference? Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced teacher seeking your next step, Barnsole Primary School would love to welcome you.

At Barnsole, we are a values-driven learning community committed to educating the whole child through an engaging, inclusive curriculum. High aspirations and positive relationships underpin all we do.

About Barnsole Primary School & Maritime Academy Trust
Barnsole Primary School is a large 3-form entry vibrant and diverse learning community located in the heart of Gillingham, with a rich history spanning over 125 years. Our children are encouraged to be confident, curious and resilient learners. We believe in nurturing every child’s potential through high-quality learning experiences, strong partnerships with families and a rich, holistic curriculum. Our vision is to “Aspirations are high for all.” This vision is lived through our school values and reflected in everyday school life.

About the Role
As a class teacher, you will join a supportive team where development and collaboration are key. You will:

• Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons

• Build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues

• Support pupils’ academic and personal development

• Reflect and grow through collaboration and feedback

You’ll never be expected to “figure it out alone” — support is at the heart of our culture.

Who You Are

• Hold (or will achieve) QTS

• Passionate about helping all pupils succeed

• Reflective, motivated and eager to learn

• Committed to positive relationships and inclusion

What We Offer

For ECTs:

• Full induction with dedicated mentor

• 1st July 2026 start (paid over summer)

• Trust-wide ECT networks

• Tailored CPD via LearnUpon

For Experienced Teachers:

• Collaborative and supportive team

• Career progression across the Trust

• Engaged, respectful pupils

• High-quality CPD and development

For All Staff:

• Strong wellbeing support (EAP, Mental Health Champions)

• Free on-site EV charging

• Inclusive, values-led culture

Ready to Apply?
We warmly encourage visits — contact the school on 01634 333400.

Apply via My New Term. We may interview as applications are received, so early application is encouraged.

Barnsole Primary School and the Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks. We are proud to be an inclusive employer.

Information about the school

Barnsole Primary School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools based in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent and Medway. Our academies have transformed through targeted collaboration, innovative ideas and an entrepreneurial curriculum which equips children with leadership and life skills.

Barnsole Primary is an outstanding three-form community primary school situated in Medway with a thriving school nursery on site.

We are committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment where each one of our pupils can achieve their potential and flourish academically and socially. We have exceptionally high expectations of all our pupils and endeavour to nurture their self-confidence and self-esteem so that they can be the best they can be.

Relationships with parents and our wider community is something we put right at the top of our agenda. If you would like to visit please do not hesitate to contact us and we also actively encourage feedback so if you feel there is something we can do better please let us know.

Our recent successful Ofsted Inspection in February 2024 graded Barnsole as ‘Good’ which is a recognition of the all the hard work and commitment shown by the children, staff and wider community. Ofsted commented, ‘The school is a calm and orderly environment. Staff have high expectations and pupils behave well. The school aims for pupils to be resilient and have a lifelong curiosity about the world. There are high expectations for all pupils to do well.’

We look forward to meeting with you.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Maritime Academy Trust
• Address:50 John Harrison Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0BG
• Telephone: 020 8858 0394
• Email: recruitment@maritimeacademytrust.org

Documents

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• Application Pack
• Application Pack