Class Teacher (ECT or Experienced) at Featherby Partnership Schools

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/FPS/10232

Location

Chilham Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 6BT

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS 1-6 /UPR 1 - 3 (MPS £32915 - £45352) (UPR £47472 - £51048)

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 19th Jun, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

Join Featherby Infant & Junior School as a Class Teacher It’s not too late to join us – start your next chapter at Featherby

Hours: Full time teaching contract Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year Start Date: September 2026 (ECTs starting in September join us from 1st July 2026 – get paid over the summer!) Actual Salary: MPS / UPS

Still thinking about your next step? It’s not too late to join us. We are still welcoming applications for enthusiastic teachers who are ready to make a real difference. Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced practitioner, Featherby Partnership School could be the perfect next step in your journey.
We are proud of our welcoming, inclusive community – and we are still recruiting for outstanding teachers to join us this September.

About Featherby Partnership Schools & Maritime Academy Trust

Featherby Partnership Schools are friendly, inclusive and community-focused schools where children and staff are known, valued and supported. We work collaboratively across the partnership to share expertise, strengthen outcomes and invest in staff development.

Our ethos is built on high expectations, strong relationships and a belief that every child deserves the very best start in life. Staff are encouraged to be reflective, creative and ambitious – for their pupils and for their own professional growth.

As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we are connected to a wider network of schools committed to innovation, collaboration and exceptional professional development.

About the Role

As a Class Teacher at Featherby Partnership School, you will join a supportive team that is committed to your success and wellbeing. You will be fully supported whether you are at the beginning of your career or bringing valuable experience to the classroom.

In this role, you will:

• Teach your assigned class with creativity, care and high expectations
• Deliver an inclusive, engaging curriculum that inspires learners
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Reflect on your practice and continue to grow professionally
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community

You will be supported every step of the way – you will never be expected to do it alone.

Who You Are
We welcome applications from teachers who:

• Hold (or will hold) Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Are passionate about making a difference to children’s lives
• Are reflective, motivated and eager to keep learning
• Believe in high expectations and positive relationships
• Want to thrive in a supportive, values-driven environment

What We Offer

At Featherby Partnership Schools, and as part of Maritime Academy Trust, we offer more than a job – we offer a long-term career and a supportive community.

For Early Career Teachers (ECTs):

• Fully supported ECT induction with an experienced mentor
• 1st July 2026 start (paid over the summer holiday)
• Trust-wide ECT networks and peer support
• A welcoming, inclusive and collaborative school culture
• High-quality CPD via our LearnUpon platform

For Experienced Teachers:

• A collaborative and ambitious professional community
• Opportunities for career progression across the Trust
• Engaged, curious and enthusiastic pupils
• High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health Champions

Ready to Make a Difference?

We warmly encourage you to visit Featherby Partnership School and see what makes our community so special. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office.on 01634 231984 to arrange.

You’ll find more information in the Candidate Information Pack. Apply via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay.

Featherby Infant & Junior School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.