Full time Permanent Class Teacher Vacancy

Start date: Monday 20^th April 2026

Pay range: Teachers’ Pay Scale (MPS/UPS)

Closing date: Friday 6^th February 2026 (09:00)

Interviews: Monday 9^th or Friday 13^th February 2026

Kingsteignton School are seeking to appoint an excellent class teacher who is committed to raising attainment and improving outcomes for children.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive staff team, who are part of the Education South West multi-academy trust. The successful candidate will prioritise building strong relationships and connections with both children and adults alike and will have the vision, passion and drive to achieve excellent outcomes for all pupils. They will model a positive outlook on a daily basis and will encourage all children to aspire and ‘dream big’.

The successful applicant will also:

·         Have a passion for inspiring learners through exciting and innovative curriculum experiences.

·         Have high expectations of themselves and their pupils, modelling aspiration in their daily being.

·         Be keen to engender a calm sense of support, nurture and care for our children.

·         Demonstrate resilience and determination to ensure our provision is of the highest standard.

·         Be flexible and adaptable to be able to meet the varied needs of our children.

·         Be a positive role model for the children.

·         Have a desire to develop their own skills and career progression and be part of the whole life of the school.

·         Have completed their ECT years.

At Kingsteignton School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The position is subject to a DBS enhanced disclosure check.

 Furthermore, the successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of their identity, their educational or professional qualifications as well as their registration with an appropriate professional body.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

The school is committed to developing their teachers and will – through the appraisal and coaching processes – provide additional support to enhance the successful candidate’s teaching skills.

Please contact the school by email on info@kingsteigntonschool.org.uk, or telephone on 01626 563888, if you wish to find out more or arrange a visit, which we strongly encourage.

 Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service