Teacher
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,870 to £50,474 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 February 2026 |
| Location: | Royal Park Primary Academy, Riverside Road, Sidcup, DA14 4PX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic and interactive Class Teacher to join our supportive and collaborative team. As the Class Teacher you will plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, dedicated and creative class teacher who has a passion for teaching and learning. This vacancy will close at midday on 10/02/2026.
Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?
It’s not necessarily the length of your experience as a class teacher that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment
* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
What we offer:
*Headspace Subscription – free access to the leading wellbeing and mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.
*Mindfulness Programme – free eight-week mindfulness course for adults (8 x 90 min, out-of-hours sessions).
*Blue Light Card Access – eligibility to join the UK’s leading discount scheme, providing exclusive savings on shopping, dining, and travel to help your salary go further.
*Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute.
*Funded Development Training – a vast array of courses available to help you grow in your chosen area, including subject-specific accreditations.
*Generous Employer Pension Contribution – helping you build long-term financial security with a substantial investment into your future.
*Supportive & Innovative Culture – a friendly environment committed to work-life balance, offering the chance to be part of exciting developments and innovative change.
About Royal Park Primary Academy
Royal Park Primary Academy is a two form entry Primary School with a specific ASD provision and a provision for physically disabled children. Our grounds are set over 9 acres of land which include: our own indoor swimming pool, four full size sports courts and our very own forest. We are close to a local train station and bus services.
To find out more visit our website here
To discover what makes Royal Park so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 020 8300 7646 or email office@royalpark-tkat.org
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and interactive Class Teacher to join our supportive and collaborative team. As the Class Teacher you will plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, dedicated and creative class teacher who has a passion for teaching and learning. This vacancy will close at midday on 10/02/2026.
Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?
It’s not necessarily the length of your experience as a class teacher that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment
* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
What we offer:
*Headspace Subscription – free access to the leading wellbeing and mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.
*Mindfulness Programme – free eight-week mindfulness course for adults (8 x 90 min, out-of-hours sessions).
*Blue Light Card Access – eligibility to join the UK’s leading discount scheme, providing exclusive savings on shopping, dining, and travel to help your salary go further.
*Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute.
*Funded Development Training – a vast array of courses available to help you grow in your chosen area, including subject-specific accreditations.
*Generous Employer Pension Contribution – helping you build long-term financial security with a substantial investment into your future.
*Supportive & Innovative Culture – a friendly environment committed to work-life balance, offering the chance to be part of exciting developments and innovative change.
About Royal Park Primary Academy
Royal Park Primary Academy is a two form entry Primary School with a specific ASD provision and a provision for physically disabled children. Our grounds are set over 9 acres of land which include: our own indoor swimming pool, four full size sports courts and our very own forest. We are close to a local train station and bus services.
To find out more visit our website here
To discover what makes Royal Park so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 020 8300 7646 or email office@royalpark-tkat.org
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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