Class Teacher - Maternity

Balfour Junior School, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-2214-13T
• Posted:24/03/2026
• Pay:Main Pay Scale
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:Friday 01 May 2026

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community for a one-year maternity cover. The successful candidate will inspire a love of learning, create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, and work closely with colleagues to ensure high-quality teaching and learning. We are looking for someone who is passionate, reflective, and committed to helping every child thrive. In return, we offer a welcoming and collaborative staff team, engaged pupils, and a strong culture of professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact and become part of our school’s warm, supportive community.

In return, we will offer you:
• An incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• Comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD
• Care first employee assistance programme
• Non-contributory membership of Benenden Private Health Care Cover
• Membership of the Teachers Government Pension Scheme
• Two-week half term in October
• Cycle to work scheme

For further details on this role and to apply please complete an application form which can be found on the school’s careers page Our Vacancies | Balfour Junior School

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Zoe Mayston on 01634 843833 or via email zmayston@balfourjuniors.org.uk

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications.

Safeguarding Commitment
Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".

Equality & Inclusivity Statement
At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.

Information about the school

Balfour Junior School is a welcoming and inclusive school that prides itself on valuing and developing each individual child so that they leave us as confident and well-rounded individuals, able to take an active part in the society around them.

We have developed an exciting and engaging topic-based curriculum, which is focused on the development of children’s knowledge and skills across all primary subjects to ensure pupils are ready for the next stage of their learning and beyond.

Our curriculum provides opportunities for all children to develop as independent, confident and successful learners with high aspirations. We encompass not only the formal requirements of the National Curriculum, but also go beyond the classroom to ensure knowledge is gained through enriching experiences that make learning memorable and enjoyable.

Our pupils enjoy school and show positive attitudes to learning and all aspects of school life. They share a sense of pride in being a Balfour pupil and agree that our school community is safe, respectful and fair.

Wellbeing is important to us and we strive to consider how practices and procedures can contribute to a good work-life balance. We have a commitment to professional development and seek to support all staff in being the best they can be.

Welcome to Balfour

Job Contact Information

• Name:Zoe Mayston
• Address:Balfour Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6QX
• Telephone: 01634 843 833
• Email: zmayston@balfourjuniors.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Candidate Pack