Classroom Teacher (Ks2 - Year 6) - Full-time

Platt CEP School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC886-3325-141T
• Posted:16/04/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:01/09/26
• App Close Date:05/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC we reserve the right to interview early

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Platt Church of England Primary School are excited to welcome an inspiring and engaging class teacher to join our school family from September 2026.

We have a stunning building, nestled in the heart of the vibrant and community-focused village of St Mary's Platt. Our staff and pupils are passionate about fostering a love for learning within a supportive and nurturing environment. Rooted in our Christian vision and built on mutual respect, our school has a calm, warm, family-like atmosphere where every individual is valued and encouraged to thrive.

We can offer you:

• very well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
• an amazing teaching environment - large, bright and airy classrooms with the latest technology
• great outdoor space including a large field and dedicated forest school area
• supportive, friendly and dedicated colleagues who work well together as a team
• opportunities for professional development
• opportunities to lead on improvement projects
• supportive parents and governors
• a commitment to supporting teacher wellbeing and workload
• the opportunity to develop a subject area across the school - please state your interests in your application
• a planned and resourced curriculum.

We are looking for a skilled and knowledgeable practitioner with:

• positive, proactive, and engaging practice
• strong and up-to-date understanding of how pupils learn
• dedication to high expectations and a firm drive to release the potential of every child
• the ability to adapt planning to meet the needs of all pupils
• the passion to build strong relationships with pupils
• a flexible and collaborative approach, who thrives independently and as part of a team
• experience of KS2 (experience in Year 6 would be an advantage) .

We highly encourage you to book a visit to come and see our wonderful school, staff and pupils. This can be arranged by contacting the school office: office@platt.kent.sch.uk.

Please see our virtual school video: Platt Church of England Primary School - Virtual Tour

 This vacancy may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is appointed. 

Information about the school

We are an exceptional and beautiful one form entry, rural community Church of England school. We have a well resourced, spacious and modern building with vast grounds and excellent transport links. Our pupils are kind, motivated and excited learners with excellent behaviour. Our families support the school well and are keen to work with teachers at every opportunity. We have a fantastic PTA who raise significant funds for the school and a highly skilled and committed governing body, who are focused on staff wellbeing and high standards for all our pupils.

Our vision is based on the parable of the mustard seed.

           “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet 
            when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches” 
            (Matthew 13: 31-32).

Everyone at Platt is driven to support all children to grow and flourish through this vision into respectful and responsible young people with individual talents and passions deepened. Our children are confident and proud of their school and belonging to it. We believe education should not only equip children academically and emotionally but provide memories and shape our children to live life in all its fullness (John 10:10).

We value all our staff and our values of Care – Learn – Forgive are there for all of our community. Our wellbeing team regularly review pressure points and work with the Leadership Team to enable all to thrive and be their best.

Our school successfully completed a SIAMs inspection in July 2023 and an Ofsted inspection in October 2024, both with Good outcomes.

Safer Recruitment:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and to this end all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, identity and proof of right to work in the U.K. Platt Church of England Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

If shortlisted, references will be sought prior to an interview and candidates will be subject to an online search.  The search will not form part of the shortlisting process itself and shortlisted candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview.

Job Contact Information

• Name:School Office
• Address:Platinum Way, St Mary's Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 8FH
• Telephone: (01732) 882596
• Email: Office@platt.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Employment of ex offenders
• Child Protection Policy
• Classroom Teacher Job Description and Personal Specification