ABOUT THIS ROLE

Job Title: Primary Teacher
Location: Esteem South Academy
Grade/Scale: MPS / UPS Plus SEN 1
Contract: 32.5 hours per week
We are looking to recruit an experienced and inspiring primary teacher to join our academy to teach our primary pupils. The staffing team is small compared to a mainstream school and there are currently two classes that are taught via ‘stage’ and not age. Classes will be small and may have up to 10 pupils in each. We plan to extend our primary offer further from September 2026. The post will suit an experienced teacher who is willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the pupils and the academy. We review our offer depending on pupil numbers and their needs, and we make frequent changes to ensure that the site can meet the needs of the pupils that are on roll. We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring lessons to challenging and disengaged primary pupils.
Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.
Candidates must have access to a car and business insurance included.

WE STRONGLY ADVISE CONTACTING THE HEAD OF SCHOOL OR HEADTEACHER TO DISCUSS THE ACADEMY AND VISITING THE SITE PRIOR TO AN APPLICATION. SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED INTO SITE FOR AN INFORMAL MEETING TO FURTHER EXPLORE THE ROLE.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Esteem South Academy and Esteem MAT.
Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.