Class Teacher

Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary information: MPR1 - UPR 
Start date: September 2026 

We are interested in hearing from inspirational and highly motivated Classroom Teacher. 

We are a vibrant, child centered school which puts kindness at the center of what we do.   

Timmy the school dog and Shelly the tortoise add to the warm ethos we have worked hard to create. 

Our mission is to prepare children academically, enabling all children to fulfill their potential as well as giving them a clear set of values. Our community is wonderfully diverse and applicants will seek to embrace diversity and inclusivity. 

In challenging times, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of staff, students and our community and are proud to have achieved the Wellbeing Award for Schools. On receiving the award it was noted:  
“JLA is a caring and vibrant school with extremely high aspirations and outcomes for pupils. Positive mental health and emotional wellbeing are at the heart of the school. Staff like being at work and are well-looked after.”  

We can offer: 

• Wonderful, well behaved pupils who are keen to succeed.
• Supportive parents who want the best for their children.
• A focus on effective learning skills (Outstanding Ofsted 2024).
• Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues and a responsive Leadership Team.
• A CPD package bespoke to teachers at different stages of their career.
• Qualified and well trained support staff.
• An ongoing commitment to supporting a work-life balance. 

Additionally we offer a range of benefits including a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, eye care scheme, discounted gym membership and cycle to work to name a few. 

John Locke Academy is proud to be part of The Elliot Foundation Academy Trust, a caring trust that specializes in primary education. This partnership helps maintain high professional standards and creates opportunities for quality training and development.  

We are looking for a dedicated, resilient and innovative classroom teacher, who shares our values. 

Visiting the school is encouraged and can be arranged by emailing the school at info@johnlockeacademy.co.uk.

Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026 at Noon
Applicant information: Please note, early applications will be considered ahead of the closing date for interviews.We reserve the right to hold interviews before the closing date.