Knowle Primary School are looking for an inspiring, dynamic and hardworking Key Stage Two Classroom Teacher, who is highly effective in the planning, teaching and evaluation of learning opportunities. The Classroom Teacher will join a supportive and successful team, committed to excellence, inclusion and high expectations for all.

The successful Classroom Teacher will have vision, energy and passion to provide a creative and invigorating learning environment for all children. We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher who prides themselves on delivering exciting learning experiences and has the creativity and determination to drive the school forward.

This is a maternity cover contract until 31st August 2026 working in year 3/4.

We are looking for Classroom Teachers who: 

·        Demonstrate excellent teaching skills

·        Proven experience of outstanding pupil progress

·        Demonstrate high expectations of both pupil achievement and behaviour

·        The ability to develop positive behaviour strategies with children and be committed to inclusion

·        Able to provide a stimulating, attractive and safe environment for the children

·        Able to build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families

·        Flexible with a strong commitment to teamwork

·        Dedicated to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum

·        Able to contribute to the wider life of the school

·        Ability to support, develop and lead colleagues working within KS2

About the School

At Knowle we have made it our mission to make every moment count for every child. We are proud to serve our community and ensure that we support every one of our children to reach their potential and beyond! Knowle is a vibrant, energetic school where our staff create a nurturing and challenging environment for our children to grow. Our ambitious curriculum ensures that all children achieve well in all subject areas, taking new knowledge and forming opinions, learning new skills and challenging each other to achieve new goals.

We have created a culture whereby every staff member wants to improve their practice and our strong team ethos enables the supportive environment with which we achieve this. Our team are striving for excellence and know that when we work together, we can achieve great things for our children. We are delighted that in June 2021, we were awarded a Good rating from Ofsted that recognised Knowle is a unique and special school with children at its heart. We create lasting memories for our children and ensure that their learning journey is inspiring and rewarding.

About the Trust

The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education to all our children, whatever their starting point or background. Our Trust’s mission is:

Together we will… work with our children, families, and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children

As part of the trust, we will support you to learn and develop, providing outstanding CPD and opportunities for collaboration between schools.

Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

To request a tour of the school or to discuss the role in anyway please contact the school on the number below.

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. If there are no vacancies currently, but you would like to register your interest for future vacancies, please join our talent pool and we will be in touch as soon as we have a suitable position.

Please note, the closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest available opportunity. Learning Academies Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

With 18 individual primary schools, the Learning Academies Trust is the largest primary school trust in Plymouth and the first education employer in Plymouth to achieve the Livewell Southwest Wellbeing at Work Bronze Award. The Trust is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all staff and is proud to work closely with official bodies to ensure we have a holistic approach to staff wellbeing.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent.  Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.