Poplar Farm is a vibrant school which opened in September 2018. We are a warm, caring and inclusive school where pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Poplar Farm pupils are happy and confident, they are problem solvers, open minded, resilient and motivated to learn. We have a generous school site, with creative, bespoke learning areas both inside and outside.

The school is part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.

We are looking to appoint a Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2 - please state your preference in your application)

Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role and to ensure your suitability for this role. Applications are welcome from early career or experienced teachers. The successful candidate will receive bespoke support from an experienced mentor and the opportunity to access a range of CPD activities.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are efficient, well organised and have skills and talents to improve the learning of children.
• Have high expectations for learning.
• Use a range of positive behaviour management strategies.
• Have excellent communication skills and are approachable for all children, staff and parents.
• Have the ability to promote the school’s aims and values.

The benefits we can offer:

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
• A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
• Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
• Flexible working opportunities from day one of your employment with CIT.
• Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• A Bike2Work Scheme

For more information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school on one of the dates below, please contact the school office: enquiries@poplar-cit.co.uk or 01476 850680 -

- Monday 16 March, 9.15am

- Monday 23 March, 1.30pm

- Tuesday 24 March, 4pm

- Wednesday 25 March, 9.15am

Closing date for applications: Midday, Wednesday 1 April 2026                  

Interviews will take place: Tuesday 21 April 2026

CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.

Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.