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Class Teacher - ECT or MPS

Southcott Lower School · Leighton Buzzard · Central Bedfordshire

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic teacher to join our friendly and supportive team. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher beginning your journey or a teacher with some experience, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your teaching career in a nurturing environment where professional development, collaboration and staff wellbeing are highly valued.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is caring, positive and passionate about inspiring children to love learning
  • Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to helping every child succeed
  • Is reflective and eager to develop their teaching practice
  • Enjoys working as part of a supportive team and values collaboration
  • Is creative, enthusiastic and willing to bring new ideas into the classroom
  • Has a commitment to inclusive practice and ensuring all children thrive
  • Has a secure understanding of the curriculum and child development
  • Is excited to grow professionally and make a positive contribution to school life

We can offer:

  • A welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team
  • High-quality mentoring and support for ECTs, including a dedicated induction programme
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • Enthusiastic, happy children who enjoy learning
  • A caring school community where wellbeing matters

Qualified Teacher Status is essential. Applications are welcomed from teachers with experience in Early Years, KS1 or KS2, including teaching placements for ECTs. Experience across more than one key stage would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. References and online checks will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose any convictions and any orders made against them.

Visits are warmly welcomed; please contact the school office: school@southcott.beds.sch.uk

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early and appoint before the closing date.

Closing Date: Monday 22nd June (midday)

Interviews: Thursday 25th June and Friday 26th June.

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About this school

Southcott Lower School

Community school · Primary · Ages 2–9

Not rated
Pupils
296
Avg teacher salary
£46,841
Pupil:teacher ratio
23.9:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, LU7 2UA

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Salary
£32,916.00 Annually (FTE)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
15 June 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026

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