The children, staff and governors of our successful school are seeking to appoint a full-time class teacher to join our enthusiastic, dedicated and motivated team.  The post is initially for a fixed term (one academic year) with the possibility of becoming permanent in the future (subject to staffing review).  Full details of the year group are to be confirmed and applications are welcome from candidates with interest or experience across the primary phase.

At Burbage Primary School we want our pupils to grow up as happy and kind young people with empathy for all. We want our school to be a safe and supportive place where children develop resilience and independence. We want to inspire a lifelong love of learning and to nurture individuality. We want all of our children to have self-belief and aspiration, regardless of their background, ability or need. We want there to be a strong partnership between school, families and the wider community. We are all dedicated to working together to achieve this vision for our school.

We are a proud member of The Embark Federation, a growing Multi-Academy Trust across Derbyshire https://www.embarkfederation.com/  having joined in late 2025.  The core beliefs of the Federation are Family, Integrity, Teamwork and Success and we are looking for someone that shares these values with us. The Trust is committed to growing the careers of our staff through highly effective professional development.

The successful candidate will work within our supportive team to plan and deliver a curriculum that ensures all of our pupils reach their full potential. In return we offer you the chance to:

•          Teach great pupils
•          Enjoy a welcoming and warm environment
•          Access excellent CPD opportunities within school and through the Embark Trust
•          Have the support and challenge of a strong Governing Body

 We are looking for a teacher who:

Wants the very best for all children.

Has a desire to raise standards for all through their classroom practice.

·        Is a creative, enthusiastic and reflective practitioner.

·        Is committed to the schools’ journey and wants an opportunity to develop their professional skills.

·         Is excited by, and committed to, developing learning in the whole school.

·         Has a good understanding of assessment and is able to demonstrate accurate identification of ‘next steps’ in learning.

·         Works well as a team member and has a personality that allows them to establish good relationships with everyone.

·         Understands that learning occurs both in and outside of school and the classroom.                                                        

The successful candidate will have high expectations of themselves and our children, both academically and personally.                                                                                             

Applications from experienced teachers, from ECTs or recently qualified teachers are warmly welcomed.  Prospective candidates are actively encouraged and welcomed to visit the school by arrangement with the school office.