Vacancies
Whilst we run highly effective recruitment campaigns for all positions, The Primary First Trust also seeks to work with high performing staff at all levels. If no role is advertised, but you would like to work for The Primary First Trust, please contact us for either an informal conversation or to be added to our database - hr@theprimaryfirsttrust.co.uk
We currently have the following vacancies:
Class Teacher KS2
Mayplace Primary School
18th April 2024
12 noon Thursday 2nd May 2024
Interview Date: Week beginning May 7th 2024
Main Scale
Mayplace Primary School
Full Time
Permanent
Job Start: 1st September 2024
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Mayplace Primary School for a highly skilled class teacher. We are seeking to appoint a teacher with the capacity for outstanding practice to join our Mayplace team.
Mayplace Primary is a fantastic school with amazing pupils. Our adventurous outdoor curriculum enables children to think creatively, problem solve and experience exciting learning opportunities.
Our values of Leading Learning, Love of Learning, Team and Belonging provide a framework for our pupils which supports them in academic excellence as well as becoming clear thinkers who are collaborative with a strong moral compass.
We are an inclusive school which values difference. We understand that each of our children are individual and we seek to meet their needs through a curriculum which is vibrant, dynamic and practical. We know that children who enjoy their learning are engaged and therefore make the best progress; it is crucial to us that every child achieves the most that they can and becomes the best that they can be
The successful Candidate will be:
A strong classroom practitioner who is passionate about education
They will be forward thinking, competent in digital learning and has an interest in and enthusiasm for in outdoor learning.
Dynamic and will want to make a difference to young people, families and the community.
The ideal candidate will share our vision and commitment to high standards.
This position is suitable for an ECT.
We can offer:
• A commitment to your professional development and future career through superb CPD opportunities in the school and across the Trust
• A positive working environment with strong focus on staff and pupil wellbeing
• Motivated and engaged children who are keen to learn
Professional, hardworking and motivated team of teachers and support staff committed to developing and raising standards
A positive school community that will support you to be successful in your role.
Closing Date for applications: 12 noon Thursday May 2nd 2024
Interview and Selection process: Week beginning May 7th 2024
For further details please email: admin@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk
The school is part of the Primary First Trust, a primary only family of schools that has already demonstrated a commitment to improving standards and also working with effective professionals on career development both within their individual schools and the wider Trust.
The Primary First Trust and Mayplace Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references including their current Head Teacher
Wraparound Care Assistant
Wainscott Primary School
17th April 2024
13th May 2024, 12pm
Interview date: Week of 20th May
PFT B1 £24,404 FTE (£14,812 pro rata)
Wainscott Primary School
Part Time
22.5 hours (7.30-8.30am, 12.30-1.30pm, 3.15 - 5.45pm)
Job Start: TBC
Due to an increase in demand for good quality wrap around care, we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative and committed Wrap Around Care Assistant to join our growing school community. If you can make a difference in children's education, can nurture children’s dreams and talents today to empower them to reach their potential tomorrow, then Wainscott Primary School could be the school for you!
The successful candidate will help provide a fun, safe and creative provision. It is essential that the successful candidate can build strong relationships with the children of varying ages who attend, in order to help them enjoy their time at the wrap around provision, by helping to nurture a positive climate within the setting. This role will involve preparing simple nutritious meals, arranging play and learning opportunities, so we are looking for someone who will work as part of a team and show individual initiative and creativity to make our provision a safe and fun place for our children.
All staff will be required to complete Food Hygiene Certificates and the relevant First Aid Training.
Wainscott Primary School is a 2-form entry School with a Nursery with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Wainscott and surrounding areas.
We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.
If you wish to visit our school before applying for the position please contact Rebecca White, Admin Support assistant, via email at office@wainscottschool.org.uk
You can also view what is happening in our school by visiting our website, http://www.wainscott.medway.sch.uk/.
CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to office@wainscottschool.org.uk
Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified.
References will be requested from those shortlisted.
The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.
The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
Information about the trust
The Primary First, a Trust that truly celebrates and nurtures the diversity and distinctiveness of its partner schools. We are a growing network of 10 individual primaries across Bexley, Gravesham and Medway. All are at different points in their journey - each with a unique context, considerable strengths and specific opportunities.
Class Teacher
Wainscott Primary School
16th April 2024
13th May 2024, 12pm
Interview date: Week of 20th May
Main Pay Scale
Wainscott Primary School
Full Time
Permanent
32.5 hours per week
39 weeks per year
Job Start: ASAP
Wainscott Primary School is a 2-form entry School with a Nursery with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Wainscott and surrounding areas.
We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.
If you wish to visit our school before applying for the position please contact Rebecca White, Admin Support assistant, via email at office@wainscottschool.org.uk
You can also view what is happening in our school by visiting our website, http://www.wainscott.medway.sch.uk/.
Application
To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to office@wainscottschool.org.uk by 12 pm 13th May 2024.
Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified.
References will be requested from those shortlisted.
The Primary First and Wainscott Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check and two references.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Self-Disclosure Form, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, they will also be subject to an online search.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and against the ISA Barred List for Children, including overseas criminal background checks where applicable. Appointments will be subject to satisfactory recruitment and vetting checks, including two references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School is committed to taking positive and proactive steps throughout the recruitment process and the ongoing employment of our workforce to ensure appropriate and effective adjustments are put in place. Please let us know if you need reasonable adjustments to be put in place.
The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
KS1/KS2 Class Teacher
The Academy of Cuxton Schools
15th April 2024
7th May 2024
Interview Date: 9th May 2024
M1-M6
The Academy of Cuxton Schools
Part Time
19.5 Hours
Permanent
Job start: 1st September 24
We are seeking an inspirational class teacher with high expectations and a passion for making a difference for all children to join our team. The Academy of Cuxton Schools is committed to providing the best possible education for our children through adapting and evolving our practice and providing the highest quality CPD for our team.
We pride ourselves that each of our staff members will be clear about the next steps of their development, how they can move forward and where they can access the expertise to achieve their aims.
The Academy of Cuxton schools is a two-form entry Infant and Junior School with a staff of 54. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Cuxton and surrounding areas.
We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence. At any stage of your career, we can offer bespoke tailored training which can support your individual needs and career aspirations. The Trust offers an excellent and unique opportunity for local career progression.
An application pack is attached to this advert and completed application forms should be emailed to office@academyofcuxton.org by 12 pm on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Interview date: Thursday 9th May 2024
Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified on Tuesday 7th May 2024.
References will be requested from those shortlisted.
The Primary First Trust and The Academy of Cuxton Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.
The Primary First Trust and The Academy of Cuxton Schools are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
Class Teacher
The Federation of Barnehurst Schools
12th April 2024
12 pm on Friday 3rd May 2024
Interview Date: Thursday 9th May 2024
MPS/UPS
Barnehurst Close, Erith, Kent, DA8 3NL
Full time
100% Hours
Permanent
52 weeks per year
We are seeking an inspirational class teacher with high expectations and a passion for making a difference for all children to join our team. We welcome applications from ECTs as well as more experienced. Barnehurst Federation of Schools are committed to providing the best possible education for our children through adapting and evolving our practice and providing the highest quality CPD for our team.
The Federation of Barnehurst Schools comprises of two outstanding schools (Nov 23). We value our community, and the school has built a strong reputation for excellence over the years.
We are the founding school of The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.
We are looking for an outstanding teacher who:
· Have a proven record of high expectations and raising standards for all children.
· Share our passion, commitment, drive, enthusiasm and ethos.
· Contribute towards an inspiring learning environment.
· Be innovative and are highly motivated.
· Have good interpersonal skills and are able to work well as part of our staff team.
We can offer:
· A supportive and friendly team committed to raising standards for all children.
· A commitment to your CPD with weekly dedicated CPD release time alongside personal development coaching sessions.
· An exciting, innovative and creative Global Citizenship Curriculum.
· A Senior Leadership team who are committed to building a career path for all staff members enabling them to achieve their future ambitions.
· Enthusiastic and well-behaved children who are keen to learn.
· Dedicated half-termly medium-term planning time.
· A collaborative working culture that focuses on positive learning behaviours and high expectations for all.
Please click on the link below to find out more about working at The Federation of Barnehurst Schools
Working at Barnehurst - The Federation of Barnehurst Schools (barnehurstfederation.co.uk)
Visits to the school will be warmly welcomed, please contact Natalie Curtis, Administration Support Officer to arrange on 01322 334214 or admin@barnehurstfederation.co.uk.
An application pack is attached to this advert and completed application forms should be emailed to admin@barnehurstfederation.co.uk by 12 pm, 3rd May 2024. Alternatively, you can post your completed application form to Louise Shields, at The Federation of Barnehurst Schools, Barnehurst Close, Erith, Kent, DA8 3NL.
The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check and other employment checks.
The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst Schools are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
Class Teacher – ECT
Lessness Heath Primary School
12th April 2024
Monday 29th April 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 1st May / Thursday 2nd May 2024
MPS 1
Erith Road, Belvedere, Kent, DA17 6HB
Fixed Term – 1 year (with possibility of extension)
100% FTE
52 weeks per year
Job Start: September 2024
Reach your full potential at Lessness Heath Primary School
Are you ready for the most exciting start to your teaching career? If so, Lessness Heath Primary School is the place for you. The 650 children are looking for you to help them reach their full potential and the staff are looking for you to join their friendly, positive and focused team.
Lessness Heath Primary School is a popular 3 form entry school in Bexley, South East London and is seeking to appoint a Class Teacher on a fixed term contract.
We are forward-thinking, caring and, most important of all, a happy school where pupils of all abilities and social backgrounds achieve. Our pupils are well-behaved, aspiring always to be “the best versions of themselves”.
In exchange for your commitment and energy a career at Lessness Heath Primary School can offer you:
· A welcoming environment that puts wellbeing at the heart of the school for all stakeholders.
· A teacher iPad pro to use as an innovative resource for planning and teaching.
· The opportunity to work with a purposeful and relevant curriculum.
· A paid wellbeing day per year.
· A large leadership team to give you the support and guidance needed.
· Self directed CPD and teacher-led learning, taking ownership of your professional development and pathways both in our school and across the Trust.
· Working in a culture that promotes trust and autonomy in all staff with an innovative approach to marking and planning which allows teachers to use their professional judgment.
· Structured and well coordinated mentor support for all ECTS from both the school and Primary First Trust.
Your interview day is a mutual process aligned to helping you to decide if Lessness Heath Primary is the place to advance your career. We aim to make it as supportive as possible.
Progress your career supported by exceptional CPD
Support for new colleagues at Lessness Heath is outstanding. We are supported by the Primary First Trust a small and effective primary only academy chain who support us in offering exceptional CPD. At any stage of your career, we can offer bespoke tailored training which can support your individual needs and career aspirations. The Trust offers an excellent and unique opportunity for local career progression.
We pride ourselves that each of our staff members will be clear about the next steps of their development, how they can move forward and where they can access the expertise to achieve their aims.
Learn more about what a career at Lessness Heath can offer you
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged, so you can see first-hand what a career with us can offer and meet our wonderful pupils and staff team. Email admin@lessnessheath.bexley.sch.uk Telephone no: 01322433290.
You can also learn more about us by visiting our website https://lessnessheath-bexley.co.uk/
The Primary First Trust and Lessness Heath Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check and other employment checks.
The Primary First Trust and Lessness Heath Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY and prior to interview.
KS2 Class Teacher - Growth
Springhead Park Primary School
9th April 2024
7th May 2024
Interview Date: 13th May 2024
Teacher Main Pay Scale
Springhead Park Way, Northfleet, Gravesend
Full-Time
Permanent
32.5 hours per week
52 weeks per year
We are looking to appoint a full-time dynamic Key Stage 2 class teacher. The successful candidate will make learning fun and exciting whilst also helping our pupils reach the highest standards. The teacher we are looking for will need to build strong relationships with our pupils, families and staff, supporting our strong sense of community; they will have a progressive attitude to learning, showing a willingness to take risks and be creative within lessons; have high standards and expectations to help all children regardless of need or background to reach their potential.
The role would be suitable for a recently qualified or more experienced teacher as we take all staff members career progression seriously. This includes bespoke mentoring/coaching in school, opportunities for professional development pathways within the Primary First Trust and support to achieve nationally recognised qualifications.
We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.
We would love to speak to you about this opportunity and visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please call or email the school office and we will be happy to arrange this.
Tel:01474 555155 Email: office@springhead.kent.sch.uk
Visit the school website at: https://www.springheadparkprimary.com/
We may decide to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
Applications should be submitted via email to office@springhead.kent.sch.uk
Further details about this vacancy are available to download from the downloads section below.
The Primary First Trust and Springhead Park Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Primary First Trust and Springhead Park Primary School operates an equal opportunities policy.
References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY and prior to interview.
However, applications will be shifted as and when received and we reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. We therefore urge you to apply as soon as possible.
Teaching Assistant
Springhead Park Primary School
21st March 2024
Monday 22nd April 2024, 12 pm
Interview Date: Week beginning 29th April 2024
PFT B1, £24.404 (£18.276 pro rata)
Springhead Parkway, Northfleet, DA11 8BY
Permanent
32.5 hours per week
39 weeks per year/term time
Job Start: September 2024
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative and committed Teaching Assistant to join our growing school community. If you can make a difference in children's education, can nurture children’s dreams and talents today, and empower them to reach their potential tomorrow, then Springhead Park Primary could be the school for you.
It is essential that the successful candidate is able to build strong relationships with the children in order to develop their learning and also work closely with the class teacher to establish and maintain daily routines and foster a positive classroom climate.
Springhead Park Primary School is an inclusive school, the successful candidate will provide support for children to overcome a range of barriers to learning, this includes children with special educational needs.
We offer a holistic approach to primary education. Springhead Park Primary School is an empowering place of learning where children are taught to the highest of academic standards. We will achieve this through a wide breadth and richness of our everyday curriculum, ensuring that every child has an entitlement to the whole curriculum in order to find their individual talents and passions.
Springhead Park can offer you the chance to contribute to establishing this holistic, creative, and outward facing culture from the very beginning of the journey.
For further information about the school, please visit our website: https://springhead-park-primary-school.secure-primarysite.net/welcome/
We work with The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence. In return, as a member of the Primary First Trust, we offer bespoke training opportunities to support professional development, at all levels.
To apply for this vacancy please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, office@springhead.kent.sch.uk by noon, Monday 22nd April 2024. We may choose to interview and appoint before the closing date. Alternatively, you can post your completed application form to Mr Wayne Clayton, Head Teacher at Springhead Park Primary School, Springhead Parkway, Northfleet, DA11 8BY.
The Primary First Trust and Springhead Park Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Primary First Trust and Springhead Park Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY and prior to interview.