Class Teacher  

Maternity Cover

Start date: October 2026

Eastbury Primary School is a four-form entry school in Barking and Dagenham. We are a fully inclusive school with our own Deaf ARP. We are proud to foster a culture built on resilience, high aspirations, respect, teamwork, creativity. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child is valued as an individual. We believe that, with the right support, challenge and encouragement, every pupil can achieve and succeed.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational class teacher to join our existing, hard-working team.

We offer:

• The opportunity to thrive within a highly supportive, friendly and dedicated team of professionals who value collaboration and teamwork
• A strong commitment to your professional growth, with high-quality CPD
• A positive, well-resourced and stimulating working environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged
• Enthusiastic, motivated and welcoming pupils who demonstrate resilience and a genuine love of learning

We are seeking a classroom practitioner who:

• Is passionate about continually developing their practice and striving for excellence
• Is deeply committed to securing the very best outcomes for every child, recognising and valuing each individual
• Shares our belief that every child can achieve and is driven to help them to realise their full potential
• Can inspire, engage and challenge pupils through creative and inclusive teaching
• Has consistently high expectations of both achievement and behaviour, underpinned by mutual respect
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and thrives as part of a collaborative, supportive team

Location

Eastbury Primary School is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Upney Station and offers on-site parking.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud of our diverse community and are committed to promoting equality and inclusion. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds, helping our staff body reflect the wonderful diversity of our school community.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit and meet our children and team.

Closing date:

Friday 12^th June 2026

Application forms are available on the school website vacancy page. Please send completed forms to:

georgina.coates@eps.barking-dagenham.sch.uk

The successful candidate will have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as stipulated by the Child Protection Policy. Safer Recruitment procedures are in place and any appointment will be subject to statutory checks including a DBS.