Teacher in the Nursery - Full-time

Chilmington Green Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2093-182T
• Posted:12/05/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:TBC subject to DBS and references
• App Close Date:26/05/2026 at 23:45
• Interviews:To Be Arranged

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Teacher in the Nursery

Location: Water Meadows Primary School

Position: Teacher in the Nursery
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-time

Start Date:

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant team. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching that inspires, motivates, and challenges pupils, ensuring excellent progress and outcomes. You will contribute to the development of our inclusive curriculum and support the wider life and ethos of the school.

About Us

The Stour Academy Trust is a forward-thinking group of nine primary academies across Kent, committed to transforming education through innovative, personalised learning that prepares pupils for the 21st century. Our schools nurture a collaborative, inclusive, ambitious, and nurturing community where both staff and pupils thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons that meet the needs of all pupils in your class.
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress, using assessment to inform planning and support pupil development.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment rooted in mutual respect and high expectations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to support pupil achievement and well-being.
• Uphold the school’s vision and values, promoting a culture of innovation, inclusion, and ambition.
• Participate actively in professional development and appraisal processes.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified teacher status with a strong understanding of the Teachers’ Standards.
• Excellent subject and curriculum knowledge, with the ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse pupil needs.
• A commitment to fostering positive relationships and promoting emotional intelligence in pupils.
• Enthusiasm for innovative teaching approaches and a willingness to embrace technology as a tool for personalised learning.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive trust that values professional growth and innovation.
• Work in a school community dedicated to closing equity gaps and preparing pupils for future success.
• Contribute to a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.

We place the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils at the heart of our work. All staff are expected to adhere to safeguarding policies and promote pupil welfare at all times.

Join us at The Stour Academy Trust and be part of a forward-thinking educational community dedicated to shaping the future for our pupils! If you’re excited about shaping the future of our pupils and thrive in a vibrant educational community, we want to hear from you!

Information about the school

Location: Ashford, Kent UK Chilmington Green Primary School is a growing primary school on the new Chilmington Green development in Ashford. Opening in 2018 in a temporary building before moving into a state-of-the-art building in 2021. Pupil numbers are growing rapidly, currently standing at 260 pupils. We would encourage any applicant to visit the school for a tour. It is operating at one form entry in Key Stage One and Lower Key Stage Two and will eventually allow two forms of entry, as 60 Year R pupils join the school each year. The school nursery has a dedicated space for children aged 2 - 4 years old. The school also includes a Specialist Resource Provision for up to 14 pupils who have an Education Health Care Plan for Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

About Us:

At The Stour Academy Trust, we believe in unlocking the full potential of every student. Our commitment to excellence in education is reflected in our diverse family of schools, where innovation, collaboration and student success are at the heart of everything we do. Our pedagogical model combined with the intentional deployment of technology helps us deliver personalised learning in an enabling environment. Technology accelerates our progress rather than drives our vision.

For more information, please visit the school’s website: www.chilmingtongreen.kent.sch.uk For more information about The Stour Academy Trust, please visit the Trust website: www.thestouracademytrust.org.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:Park View, Sturry, Kent, CT5 0NR
• Telephone: 01227 931560
• Email: recruitment@stouracademytrust.org.uk

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