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KS1 Teacher

Chickerell Primary Academy · Weymouth · Dorset

Job description

The First Federation Trust, a Multi Academy Trust of 29 primary schools across Devon, West Dorset & Plymouth, is looking to appoint a full-time KS1 Teacher to join the hard-working and friendly team at Chickerell Primary Academy.


This is a fixed term position to cover current absence and will end upon the return of the postholder. We may close this advert once sufficient applications are received.


We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who:

  1.  Is committed to ensuring that all children achieve the highest possible outcome.
  2. Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be.
  3. Has good curriculum knowledge 
  4. Has a dedication towards a child-centred approach, with creative ideas for learning opportunities

We can offer the candidate:

  1. An exciting and innovative Trust that will inspire and allow you to reach your full potential.
  2. Collaborative support and ongoing professional development within our Multi Academy Trust
  3. Opportunities for future career development within our own school and across the schools within our Trust.
  4. Cycle to work scheme.
  5. Staff wellbeing programme
  6. Contributory pension through the Teachers Pensions Scheme


We offer you a supportive environment within a friendly team, with the added advantage of working closely with other schools within the Federation. All staff have access to a wide range of high quality courses and professional development. As a member of staff in the Trust, whether you are an early career or experienced teacher, you will have access to continual professional development and leadership opportunities.


You are encouraged to visit the school prior to application and can contact the school office to arrange this. 


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 


First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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About this school

Chickerell Primary Academy

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 2–11

Not rated
Pupils
409
Avg teacher salary
£47,898
Pupil:teacher ratio
23.9:1
Academy trust
THE FIRST FEDERATION TRUST

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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Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4AT

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Salary
34,069 to £46,940 FTE
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
12 October 2026
Closing date
1 November 2026

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