KS1/KS2 Class Teacher

• ​​​​South Borough Primary School

• MPS/UPS

• September 2026 Start

• Permanent Position

We are looking to appoint an inspiring, motivated KS1/2 teacher to join our welcoming team from September 2026 on a permanent basis.   There is flexibility for this to be a KS1 or KS2 post, depending on the skill set of the successful applicant.  We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs and would relish the opportunity to show you around our fabulous school for a pre-application visit.

The successful candidate will:

• Value all pupils as individuals and put them at the heart of everything you do.
• Put our school values of 'respect, kindness and determination' at the centre of all aspects of their role.
• Nurture and excite our children, enabling them to develop their skills so they can be enthusiastic, independent problem solvers.
• Be enthusiastic and creative.
• Have a good understanding of all areas of the curriculum.
• Be able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Maintain a dynamic and inspiring learning environment.
• Be ambitious, innovative and inspirational.
• Work in partnership with all stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils.

We can offer you:

• Inspirational children, who enjoy being at school and have a real thirst for learning.
• A team of friendly, welcoming people to work collaboratively with.
• An incredibly supportive SEND team, who work collaboratively with teachers to implement appropriate inclusive and adaptive strategies for vulnerable learners.
• Consistent, clear, school wide teaching and learning identity (our school's PRIDE guide).
• A commitment to reducing the overall workload of our teachers, having recently introduced new procedures, aimed at eliminating unnecessary tasks and enabling teachers to take PPA at home.
• A range of support from a strong leadership team that will help to develop your practice.
• An induction programme, with excellent support for your transition into your role.
• A range of high quality CPD opportunities, such as NPQs and Trust wide network meetings.
• An exciting, ambitious and engaging curriculum that is tailored to meet the needs of our children.

Please send in your application as soon as possible.  Applications will be reviewed as soon as we receive them even if this is prior to the application close date.

Additional benefits include:

• Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach, or by submitting a completed SAT Application Form directly to mathew.currie@swale.at.  Please note, we cannot accept CVs. 

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at  or 01795 905989 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

 

Kent Teach advert for applications:

https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=156839