Classroom Teacher - Part-time

St Paul's CE (VC) Primary School, Swanley

• Ref:KCC886-3010-65T
• Posted:24/04/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:01-09-2026
• App Close Date:14/05/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:18-05-2026

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Compass Federation is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher to join the team at St Paul’s Church of England Primary School, a distinctive and much-loved village school with a warm Christian ethos and strong community spirit.

St Paul’s is a welcoming and nurturing Church school rooted in the Christian vision of “Life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). With 107 pupils across four mixed-age classes, we pride ourselves on knowing every child as an individual and enabling them to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

We are looking for a committed teacher to work 3 days per week, teaching 2 days in one class and 1 day in another, supporting continuity of learning and delivering high-quality teaching across the school.

A distinctive feature of St Paul’s is our innovative use of Continuous Provision from Reception through to Year 4, creating rich learning environments where children explore, investigate and develop independence. The school also benefits from Forest School, exciting curriculum opportunities and strong partnerships with families, the parish church and the wider community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils
• Can inspire, motivate and nurture children to achieve their best
• Values creativity, child-led learning and inclusive practice
• Works well as part of a supportive team
• Shares and supports our Christian vision and values
• Is committed to ongoing professional development

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to work in a distinctive village school with a strong community identity
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• A dedicated and supportive staff team
• Collaboration and development opportunities across Compass Federation
• A creative curriculum and innovative learning approach
• A caring and positive working environment

This role would suit an experienced teacher or an early career teacher looking to develop in a supportive and nurturing setting.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office or email bhulme@compassfederation.com

Applications to be made through My New Term using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/118590/EDV-2026-SPCEVCPS-02856 

Compass Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Information about the school

St Paul’s Church of England (VC) Primary School, Swanley Village, has an enviable reputation as a welcoming, caring and high-performing primary school at the heart of its community. The school was judged Good by Ofsted in January 2020 and Good in its SIAMS inspection in 2019, reflecting the strength of its provision and its distinctive Christian ethos. More recently, inspectors highlighted the school’s caring community, high expectations and strong personal development for pupils. ()

The school is proud of its Christian heritage and seeks to weave Christian values through everyday life. Inspired by the vision of “Life in all its fullness”, the school aims to nurture confident, compassionate and resilient young people who are ready to make a positive contribution to society.

St Paul’s is a small village primary school with approximately 107 pupils organised across four mixed-age classes, with around 15 pupils in each year group. Demand for places consistently exceeds the number available, reflecting the school’s strong reputation locally.

The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum and places great importance on enriching pupils’ experiences beyond the classroom. Pupils benefit from a wide range of sporting opportunities, extra-curricular activities and high-quality instrumental music tuition. Outdoor learning and physical activity are strongly valued, with access to mountain bikes, dedicated tracks and specialist sports coaching helping pupils develop confidence, teamwork and resilience.

Our children are delightful and enthusiastic learners, and the school benefits from highly supportive and aspirational families. We work closely in partnership with parents and carers to nurture self-belief and inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging all pupils to become capable, responsible members of their community.

The school is set in beautiful surroundings with well-maintained and fully equipped facilities, providing an excellent environment for learning and development.

St Paul’s is part of The Compass Federation, alongside St Edmund’s Church of England Primary School in West Kingsdown and Dunton Green Primary School in Sevenoaks. The federation works collaboratively to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils under the shared vision of “One Child. One Chance.” This reflects a collective commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind in our quest to provide the very best primary education.

The federation also works closely alongside MAST (Medway Anglican Schools Trust) as part of its wider school improvement partnership.

Compass Federation is committed to supporting and developing its staff. Clear professional pathways exist for all colleagues, regardless of role or career stage, with a strong focus on high-quality professional development and collaborative working.

Staff wellbeing is taken seriously. Benefits for staff include:

• SimplyHealth healthcare for all staff • Blue Light Card eligibility • Wellbeing days • Free EV charging • A progressive and supportive approach to menopause and periods • Paid attendance at events for staff members’ own children • A common-sense and supportive approach to work and life balance

Through access to counselling, high-quality training and CPD, wellbeing initiatives and a strong culture of support, we aim to ensure that staff feel valued, happy and proud to be part of our school community.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Ben Hulme
• Address:School Lane, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7PJ
• Telephone: (01322) 664324
• Email: office@st-pauls-swanley.kent.sch.uk