Class Teacher - Full-time

Hadlow Primary School, Tonbridge

• Ref:KCC886-2132-128T
• Posted:23/03/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:01.09.26
• App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 17:00
• Interviews:22.04.26

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A rare opportunity to teach in a nurturing village school where curiosity, kindness and strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and inspiring practitioner who is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and ensuring every child thrives. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of how young children learn and develop, creating a language-rich, curiosity-driven environment that lays the foundations for lifelong learning. This role offers the chance to shape and enrich the learning experiences of our younger pupils, fostering confidence, curiosity and a love of learning from the very start.

Hadlow Primary School is proud of its February 2025 Ofsted inspection, which recognised the exceptional culture of the school, awarding Outstanding judgements for Behaviour and Attitudes and Early Years Provision, alongside strong outcomes across all other areas. Our commitment to children’s wellbeing and development is also reflected in our Nurture UK accreditation, celebrating our whole-school dedication to strong relationships, emotional development and inclusive practice.

At Hadlow, we believe children flourish when they feel safe, valued and inspired. Our staff create joyful learning environments where creativity is celebrated, curiosity is nurtured, and every child is supported to reach their full potential.

We are looking for a teacher who will:

• Bring warmth, care and kindness to every interaction
• Inspire curiosity and a love of learning
• Create a nurturing classroom where children feel safe and confident
• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and progress
• Work closely with colleagues and families to support every child
• Be reflective, resilient and eager to develop professionally

In return, Hadlow Primary School offers:

• Wonderful children with exceptional manners and enthusiasm for learning
• A caring, supportive staff team with a strong family ethos
• A full-time Teaching Assistant in every class, with additional SEND TA support where needed
• Spacious classrooms and extensive outdoor learning spaces, including our RHS Outstanding-rated allotment
• Inspirational leadership committed to your development and wellbeing
• A genuine commitment to creating a sustainable working environment where staff feel valued and supported
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Bourne Partnership and local village schools
• A welcoming community in a beautiful village setting

If you are looking to work in a school where kindness matters, where children are joyful learners and where staff are supported to grow and succeed, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits are warmly encouraged so you can experience the calm, welcoming atmosphere of Hadlow Primary School. To arrange a tour or ask any questions, please email headteacher@hadlow.kent.sch.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Information about the school

On 12 June 2019, the Governing Boards of both Hadlow and Shipbourne Schools voted unanimously in favour of federating the two schools. As of 2 September 2019, the two schools formed the Bourne Partnership, with Mrs Terri Daters as Headteacher at Shipbourne and Miss Nicole Chapman as Headteacher at Hadlow. At a quorate meeting on 2 September 2019, opened by Jude Johnson of The Education People, the two Governing Boards were dissolved and a joint federation Governing Board was inaugurated.

Hadlow Primary School is a proud partner of the Bourne Partnership; a federation of two small schools with unique charm and character. This mutually supportive collaboration strengthens the opportunities, learning and development for our children and staff.

Our school is a small, one-form entry setting, with a family feel; serving the local area and children further afield. We are fully inclusive to all children’s needs and ensure that every member of our school community feels appreciated and valued. We pride ourselves on the nurturing and positive relationships that we form with our children and their families; the proof can be seen by the kind and generous interactions that take place on the school gate, daily. Our mission statement at Hadlow Primary School is simple: Happiness, Progress and Success!

We strive to make our school a happy place for each and every child. Our staff go the extra mile to nurture, support and value the individual strengths and needs of our children. Pupil wellbeing is at the heart of everything that we do; supported by Zones of Regulation, peer massage, daily mile, allotment time and many other routines to enhance social and emotional development. When our pupils feel safe and happy in school, they have the motivation to learn and the confidence to take risks; this enables them to make good progress socially, emotionally and academically.

We deliver a diverse, engaging and enriching curriculum that focuses on the progression of skills, knowledge and vocabulary. We have high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND, holding the belief that every child can make great progress, when they are supported, scaffolded, encouraged and challenged in the right way. Personal development opportunities enrich the school curriculum, with purposeful experiences embedded throughout, preparing children for the next stage of their development, as citizens of modern Britain. Progress, no matter how small, is a moment of pride in our school.

Success is inevitable when we have a school full of happy and motivated children that are inspired by their curriculum and their experiences. We celebrate success with a smile, no matter how big or how small. We reward effort and achievement and foster a ‘Growth Mind-set’ within our pupils. Pupils learn to show recognition and pride in their achievements. Success, at Hadlow Primary School, is limitless!

Community is at our core and every stakeholder, whether near or far, is integral to the continuing happiness, progress and success of Hadlow Primary School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Nicole Chapman
• Address:Hadlow Primary School, School Lane, Hadlow, Tonbridge , Kent, TN110EH
• Telephone: 01732850349
• Email: headteacher@hadlow.kent.sch.uk

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• Recruitment Roadmap
• Job Description