Class Teacher
Contract type: Full time, Temporary for 1 term (autumn term) and 1 year
Salary infromation: M1 - M6
Start date: September 2026
We are looking to appoint 2 experienced Teachers on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave starting in September 2026.
The positions are based in Early Years and KS1.
One role is for for 1 Term (Autumn Term), the other role is for a full year.
We are a vibrant, child centered school which puts kindness at the center of what we do.
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.
- Support for staff wellbeing.
- An ongoing commitment to supporting a work-life balance.
Timmy the school dog and Shelly the tortoise add our warm ethos and we are proud of the supportive parent community we have.
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.
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: Tuesday 5th May at 9am
Interview date: W/C 11th May
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.