Class Teacher (Primary)

Vacancies for Class Teachers at West Town Primary Academy!

Salary: MPS/UPS

We are seeking enthusiastic, committed and forward-thinking Key Stage One or Two Class Teachers to join West Town Primary Academy! This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to children's learning and development by delivering creative and engaging lessons. You will provide a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment for all children to help them achieve their full potential and a love for learning.

The opportunity:

• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning
• An opportunity to work in a high-attaining school
• Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff
• Highly collaborative approach to teaching where planning is jointly shared across year groups to enable the sharing of excellent practice

The ideal candidate:

• QTS teaching qualification
• Experience of teaching Key Stage One/Two
• Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team
• An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

About West Town Primary Academy

West Town Primary Academy is a vibrant, culturally rich city school with high aspirations for every child. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive community, where pupils are supported to flourish academically, socially and personally. High-quality teaching is at the heart of everything we do, underpinned by strong research, expert staff and a commitment to continuous professional development. Our modern, purpose-built environment offers exceptional learning facilities, while our broad and engaging curriculum places equal value on core subjects, the arts and enrichment opportunities. At West Town, we are passionate about developing confident, curious learners and future-ready individuals.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.