Class Teacher

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for a truly inspiring place to make a real difference? Leigh Academy Paddock Wood is looking for a Class Teacher to join our friendly and ambitious Key Stage 1 team from January 2026.

At Leigh Academy Paddock Wood, we are a school that cherishes creativity, celebrates individuality, and is deeply committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for all of our children. Your ideas will be valued, collaboration is key, and the joy of learning fills every classroom. You’ll be part of a close-knit community where you can truly flourish and help young minds blossom. We believe in nurturing both our pupils and our staff, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

What makes Leigh Academy Paddock Wood a special place to work:

✨ Shape the future – make a lasting impact on our pupils’ learning and development.

✨ Develop your career – if you’re interested, there’s an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious staff body. We welcome ambitious practitioners who wish to progress towards senior leadership.

✨ Time to grow – we value collaboration. Our professional development offer is bespoke and supportive. We value work life balance and prioritise collaborative planning opportunities and instructional coaching.

✨ Be part of a community – join a supportive staff team who work together to ensure every child thrives.

Ready to inspire bright futures? We encourage you to apply!

This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS, based on experience.

Please Note: We may conduct interviews as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity!