We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and talented teacher to join our vibrant primary school community. This is a full-time, maternity cover position until April 2027 and is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to nurturing children’s curiosity, confidence and love of learning.

At our school, we believe every child deserves an inspiring education and the opportunity to thrive. The successful candidate will deliver high quality teaching and learning, create a positive and inclusive classroom environment, and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure every pupil reaches their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom where every child feels valued
• Inspire pupils to develop a lifelong love of learning
• Assess and monitor pupil progress to ensure strong outcomes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and share effective teaching practices

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification
• Has a degree-level qualification
• Demonstrates strong classroom management and excellent teaching practice
• Is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for all children
• Values inclusive education and equality of opportunity
• Brings creativity, initiative and enthusiasm to inspire and motivate pupils
• Builds positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Is committed to continuous professional development and professional growth

Our school is proud to host two integrated specialist provisions supporting a small number of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Visual Impairment. These pupils are taught within mainstream classes with appropriate specialist support, reflecting our strong commitment to inclusive education.

We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit our school and experience our welcoming community first hand.  To arrange a visit please contact us on 01634 623500.

Riverside Primary School:

We are a popular, mainstream community school, which is part of Rainham Mark Education Trust. The school had a good Ofsted Inspection in November 2019 with a further ungraded inspection in June 2025 where Ofsted stated, “Riverside Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection”.  In our 2019 inspection, we were recognised as being Outstanding in the areas of Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development. The key values held by our school community add to the success and inclusive nature of the school.  These values are Curiosity, Happiness, Aspiration, Respect, Articulacy, Community, Teamwork, Equality and Resilience – ‘Character’.

The school has two integrated special provisions for a small number of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder or Visual Impairment, who are taught in the mainstream classes with appropriate support. 

Benefits of Working for Rainham Mark Education Trust:

• Free Private Healthcare Cover - Benenden Healthcare (on contracts over 15 hours per week)
• Free Health Checks
• Free Flu Jabs
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• High quality CPD opportunities
• Discounted gym membership at Avenue Tennis, Gillingham
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Onsite free parking
• A Trust committed to achieving a healthy work/life balance

If you would like to be considered for this post, please apply via My New Term.

Closing Date:         17th March 2026 at 12pm

Interviews:              TBC 

This vacancy will close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short listed on this occasion. We wish to stress that no discourtesy is intended in following such a procedure, and you should not let this deter you from future applications.