Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,870 to £56,154 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | South Gipsy Road Welling, Kent DA16 1JB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | London South East Academies Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Class Teacher - Aspire |
Summary
Post: Class Teacher
Responsible to: Head Teachers
Post Location: Aspire Academy, South Gipsy Road, Welling DA16 1JB
Position Status: Full-Time (this is a temporary one-year contract to cover maternity leave)
Contractual Hours: 32.5 Hours per week – part-time applicants considered
Contractual Weeks: Term Time (52 weeks per year)
Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870-£56,154)
Post Start Date: Sept 2026
Closing Date: Friday 15th May
Interview Dates: Week beginning Monday 15th May
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged
For further information or to book a visit please contact Head Teachers heather.hopkins@aspire.lseat.org.uk or Julie.arkwright@aspire.lseat.org.uk
Your main responsibilities will include:
delivering high-quality programmes to our learners
contributing to the improvement of pupils’ participation in learning and Academy life
supporting the creation of a calm and productive working environment
We are looking for a committed candidate with these qualifications and experience:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A desire to work with local children who have social, emotional and mental health needs
Demonstrable experience in securing successful academic outcomes
Demonstrable experience in managing challenging behaviour
Sufficient command of spoken English as defined under the Code of Practice on English language requirements for public sector workers
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB HOLDER
Teach pupils in Key Stage 1 or 2 with Education Health Care Plans for social, emotional and mental health needs.
Identify and address the educational, social and behavioural needs of pupils.
Prepare lessons and resources appropriate to the learning and behavioural needs of the pupils.
To develop and lead on a specific curriculum area by agreement with the Head Teachers (eg. Science).
Ensure pupil progress is commensurate with baseline testing and information received prior to entry as well as termly progress data through on-going moderated teacher assessments.
Contribute to the whole school ethos of restorative practices and solution-focused work to support children and young people in making the right decisions and developing improved personal strategies for managing and modifying their own behaviour.
Provide pastoral support for students as a Class Teacher, making at least weekly contact with parents / carers to encourage positive links with education as well as overseeing the progress made by students for whom the teacher is responsible and acting as the key point of contact with regard to overall engagement with the services offered.
Develop a stimulating and safe learning environment for all students and take responsibility for own classroom / work area as well as contributing to the overall professional appearance of the school building through displays etc
Ensure that educational reports are produced as required by the Head of School and meet with parents / carers to feedback during Parent Review Days.
Ensure that all records are kept electronically and updated throughout the school day as part of the agreed management information processes.
To contribute to transition planning and information sharing with other stakeholders as part of the sharing of strategies related to behaviour and engagement for any pupil at the point of transition.
Attend daily briefing meetings as well as other staff meetings and team training as directed by the Heads of School.
Develop a stimulating and exciting learning environment for students with opportunities for broadening experiences and learning new skills.
Undertake supervisory duties during unstructured time in line with the team ethos of the school and any other reasonable duties as directed by the Head Teacher.
Adhere to Team Teach procedures to ensure the health and safety of all pupils and staff.
To abide by the school's policies, including those relating to safeguarding, health and safety and equal opportunities.
To undertake other reasonable duties which are consistent with both the needs of the school and commensurate with the role of the post holder.
Post-Threshold Teacher
Teachers working as Post-Threshold Teachers on Upper Pay Scales are expected to provide additional services to the organisation as outlined below and will be set targets as part of Performance Management in line with their status.
As well as meeting all core standards for teachers, post threshold teachers should:
Responsible to: Head Teachers
Post Location: Aspire Academy, South Gipsy Road, Welling DA16 1JB
Position Status: Full-Time (this is a temporary one-year contract to cover maternity leave)
Contractual Hours: 32.5 Hours per week – part-time applicants considered
Contractual Weeks: Term Time (52 weeks per year)
Salary: Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870-£56,154)
Post Start Date: Sept 2026
Closing Date: Friday 15th May
Interview Dates: Week beginning Monday 15th May
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged
For further information or to book a visit please contact Head Teachers heather.hopkins@aspire.lseat.org.uk or Julie.arkwright@aspire.lseat.org.uk
Your main responsibilities will include:
delivering high-quality programmes to our learners
contributing to the improvement of pupils’ participation in learning and Academy life
supporting the creation of a calm and productive working environment
We are looking for a committed candidate with these qualifications and experience:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A desire to work with local children who have social, emotional and mental health needs
Demonstrable experience in securing successful academic outcomes
Demonstrable experience in managing challenging behaviour
Sufficient command of spoken English as defined under the Code of Practice on English language requirements for public sector workers
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB HOLDER
Teach pupils in Key Stage 1 or 2 with Education Health Care Plans for social, emotional and mental health needs.
Identify and address the educational, social and behavioural needs of pupils.
Prepare lessons and resources appropriate to the learning and behavioural needs of the pupils.
To develop and lead on a specific curriculum area by agreement with the Head Teachers (eg. Science).
Ensure pupil progress is commensurate with baseline testing and information received prior to entry as well as termly progress data through on-going moderated teacher assessments.
Contribute to the whole school ethos of restorative practices and solution-focused work to support children and young people in making the right decisions and developing improved personal strategies for managing and modifying their own behaviour.
Provide pastoral support for students as a Class Teacher, making at least weekly contact with parents / carers to encourage positive links with education as well as overseeing the progress made by students for whom the teacher is responsible and acting as the key point of contact with regard to overall engagement with the services offered.
Develop a stimulating and safe learning environment for all students and take responsibility for own classroom / work area as well as contributing to the overall professional appearance of the school building through displays etc
Ensure that educational reports are produced as required by the Head of School and meet with parents / carers to feedback during Parent Review Days.
Ensure that all records are kept electronically and updated throughout the school day as part of the agreed management information processes.
To contribute to transition planning and information sharing with other stakeholders as part of the sharing of strategies related to behaviour and engagement for any pupil at the point of transition.
Attend daily briefing meetings as well as other staff meetings and team training as directed by the Heads of School.
Develop a stimulating and exciting learning environment for students with opportunities for broadening experiences and learning new skills.
Undertake supervisory duties during unstructured time in line with the team ethos of the school and any other reasonable duties as directed by the Head Teacher.
Adhere to Team Teach procedures to ensure the health and safety of all pupils and staff.
To abide by the school's policies, including those relating to safeguarding, health and safety and equal opportunities.
To undertake other reasonable duties which are consistent with both the needs of the school and commensurate with the role of the post holder.
Post-Threshold Teacher
Teachers working as Post-Threshold Teachers on Upper Pay Scales are expected to provide additional services to the organisation as outlined below and will be set targets as part of Performance Management in line with their status.
As well as meeting all core standards for teachers, post threshold teachers should: