Ks2 Class Teacher - Full-time

Eastchurch CEP School, Sheerness

• Ref:KCC886-3106-296T
• Posted:01/07/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:01/09/2026
• App Close Date:17/07/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking an exceptional and dynamic Class Teacher to join our inclusive, nurturing, and forward-thinking school community. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a stimulating learning environment where high standards, personal growth, and individual success are at the heart of everything we do.

We are pleased to welcome applications from qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers, and apprentice teachers looking to begin or develop their career in a supportive setting.

You will play a key role in fostering a culture of care, resilience, and respect, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

As a Class Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons aligned with the National Curriculum, ensuring breadth and balance across all subjects
• Set clear learning objectives, provide appropriate challenge, and maintain high expectations for all pupils
• Create a positive and disciplined classroom environment that safeguards pupils’ wellbeing
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all abilities and learning styles
• Promote children’s social, emotional, and cultural development
• Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress, using data effectively to inform teaching
• Manage classroom resources and evaluate their impact on learning
• Work collaboratively with support staff, including teaching assistants and parent helpers
• Build strong relationships with parents, communicating regularly about pupils’ academic, social, and emotional progress
• Liaise with external agencies where appropriate
• Contribute to wider school life, including staff meetings, CPD, and INSET
• Lead or support the development of a curriculum area
• Maintain accurate records, including transition documentation

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting
• Strong curriculum and subject knowledge
• Effective behaviour management skills
• The ability to adapt and differentiate teaching to meet diverse needs

Desirable Qualities

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about primary education and making a meaningful difference
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Innovative and proactive in their approach to teaching and learning
• Committed to continuous professional development and self-improvement

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• A welcoming and collaborative staff team
• A chance to truly impact children’s lives every day

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Interested applicants should apply via our recruiting platform My New Term by clicking the link below, where you can upload a CV to auto‑populate your application form.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148118/EDV-2026-ECEPS-99984

Information about the school

Eastchurch Primary School is a nurturing, inclusive, learning community that celebrates all possibilities. Through a journey of faith and exploration, we strive to enable all to grow as resilient life-long learners who value themselves and others. Rooted in God's love and our Christian values, we are a nurturing, inclusive community where all can flourish and achieve their full potential. Our vision flows from our biblical strapline taken from Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Together with our vision our core values of courage, forgiveness, honesty, kindness, love and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

As a single form entry school in a village location, we aim to offer a family friendly and unique experience for staff and families. Our school has a well established Christian ethos and our staff team work together to ensure our children experience success and excitement in their learning every day. We are a member of Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust (www.aquilatrust.co.uk).

We are proud of our ECO status and take an active role in the environment and community life. We value outdoor learning.

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other relevant employment checks, online recruitment checks and overseas criminal background checks, where applicable. All new trustees, employees and volunteers will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction which will be regularly updated in line with statutory guidance.

Please be aware that references will be taken up prior to short listing. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sarah Bone
• Address:Warden Road, Eastchurch, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 4EJ
• Telephone: 01795 880279
• Email: headteacher@eastchurch.school

Documents

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• Job Description and Person Specification