Class Teacher - Full-time

Leigh Academy Dartford, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-2069-58T
• Posted:01/05/2026
• Pay:Main Pay Scale + London Fringe Allowance
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:11/05/2026 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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MPS (London Fringe) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Come and be part of Leigh Academy Dartford's outstanding team! Our inquiry-driven approach to learning ensures that our pupils achieve exceptionally well. Pupils’ behaviour is impeccable as a result of our character-driven approach to developing their self-belief and resilience. We are proud of our entire community and we are sure you will be too!

We have a fantastic opportunity to appoint a Class Teacher to join and strengthen our existing team from September 2026.

We have phenomenal children; a teamwork ethos; and an exceptional CPD programme. We believe in helping you to be the best you can be so that our children get the very best. Our ambitious and exciting curriculum was celebrated in our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2025) where we were recognised as outstanding in all areas.

At Leigh Academy Dartford, we believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life and we teach all our children to be, 'Determined, Persistent Achievers (who are) Learning to Change the World'. This underpins the values for all that we do in every aspect of academy life. We value the diversity of our academy community and celebrate each step of progress our children make. This role will give you the opportunity to work with our fantastic team where your personal development will be nurtured to ensure our children receive the very best education.

This is a unique opportunity to work at a internationally-minded, outstanding academy which is embedded both in the local and global community. At the core of achieving this is high-quality CPD for our entire team and a belief in the importance of consistently high expectations for all.

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome as are applications from more experienced teachers; we can offer a fantastic range of professional development opportunities within the academy and across the wider Trust.

In return, we will offer you:

• The opportunity to help shape our future by joining a LAT Academy
• A school community committed to raising achievement and attainment
• A stunning environment with modern building, excellent resources and facilities
• A strong commitment to support professional development opportunities
• A supportive Governing Body and Leadership Team

This is a maternity cover role until July 2027, offering MPS/UPS based on experience.

Information about the school

Leigh Academy Dartford is a highly successful three form entry primary school in Dartford, catering for children between the ages of three and eleven. We provide children with meaningful opportunities and experiences to become global citizens who have a desire to learn. "We are an accredited IB school and are currently implementing the PYP (Primary Years programme of the International Baccalaureate). Learning is built upon experiences that are real and relevant. Whilst we follow the National Curriculum we also respond to the interests and needs of the children to ensure that each term the activities excite and engage everyone." Our purpose is to equip our children to be internationally-minded and to possess the essential skills they need to be successful and engaged in all their learning throughout their educational careers and within their future vocations. Our aim is to send all our pupils onwards so they become lifelong learners, who are successful, confident and responsible citizens with a desire to improve the world in which they live.

At Leigh Academy Dartford, we pride ourselves on nurturing our children to become determined, persistent achievers who will change the world. As a member of our team, you will be well-supported and provided with opportunities to develop yourself as a teacher and professional. Our pupils have said that they would like kind, happy and enthusiastic teachers who make learning fun, but also help them to achieve their very best!

Job Contact Information

• Name:Elene Redelinghuys (Recruitment Advisor)
• Address:St Albans Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1TE
• Telephone: (01322) 224453
• Email: rebecca.roberts@dartfordprimary.org.uk

Fax: (01322) 290621

Documents

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• Job Pack | Class Teacher | Leigh Academy Dartford