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Class Teacher

Leedon Lower School · Leighton Buzzard · Central Bedfordshire

Job description

Leedon Lower School - Our school vision statement:

'Every child leaves Leedon as a global citizen with the skills, experiences and confidence needed to dream big, achieve their full potential and be a successful learner for life. '

We are a large 2 form entry lower school with a big heart. Our children work hard, have fun and enjoy their learning. We are now looking for a class teacher to join our happy, hard-working team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated class teacher to join our friendly Leedon family. We are happy to consider experienced teachers and ECTs. Salary adaptations considered based on experience

We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Has high expectations of all children
  • Works hard and is highly motivated
  • Is an excellent team player
  • Is committed to raising standards across the school

In return we can offer you:

  • A supportive, experienced, hard-working staff team

  • Dedicated collaborative PPA time

  • Access to well-being support packages

  • Opportunities for high quality professional development

  • Opportunities for progression

Our school is committed to high standards of safeguarding procedures. This position requires full adherence to safer recruitment guidelines. This will include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to employment, online checks and we will be seeking references prior to interview from your current/most recent employer.

We reserve the right to interview strong candidates before the closing date. Please note the interview will require a full day.

We would love to show you around our school - visits are strongly encouraged. Please contact our School Business Manager, Mrs Louise Harris, to arrange.

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About this school

Leedon Lower School

Community school · Primary · Ages 2–9

Requires Improvement
Pupils
366
Avg teacher salary
£45,367
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.8:1

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 3LZ

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Salary
£34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE) We are happy to consider experienced teachers and ECTs. Salary adaptations considered based on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
24 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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