Teacher


Company:	TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust)
Salary:	Main Pay Scale
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Welling, DA14 5AA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	20 Aug 2026

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Summary

Job Advert

(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and interactive Class Teacher to join our supportive and collaborative team. As the Class

Teacher you will plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate

interest and excitement in the classroom. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, dedicated and creative class

teacher who has a passion for teaching and learning.

Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?

It’s not necessarily the length of your experience as a class teacher that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and

commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

This is for a Year 5 post and experience in Yr5 or 6 will be preferred.

Salary: MPS. This advert closes at noon on Aug 28, 2026

The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:

* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment

* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging

* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust

* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

We know you’re going to do great things as a Class Teacher, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a

priority for us. We can offer you:

* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career

* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team

* A comprehensive induction programme

* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance

* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change

* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons

* Cycle to work scheme

* Free eye tests

* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to

financial help

About East Wickham Primary Academy.

East Wickham is a large, successful Primary Academy, with a warm and caring atmosphere.

We are situated on a beautiful green site and have access to a large field that is shared between both buildings. At the rear of

the school we overlook East Wickham open space, which gives our setting a very semi-rural feel. To find out more visit

our website here. [https://www.eastwickham-tkat.org/]

To discover what makes East Wickham Primary Academy so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office

on 0208 854 3637 or email admin@ewp-tkat.org [admin@ewp-tkat.org]

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and

Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of

outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work

together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We

place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring

a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this

commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and

barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests

outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual

experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications

from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the

recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways

that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

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