Year 5 and 6 Class Teacher

Penny Bridge C of E Academy

We are looking for:

Year 5 and 6 Class Teacher 0.6 Fixed term contract January - End of August 2026 due to budgetary funding and  pupil numbers

The children, staff and governors are looking to appoint one KS2 class teacher. We would like a friendly team player with high expectations to join our enthusiastic, hardworking team.  

The successful candidate:

•    Will be hard-working, has high standards and enjoys the challenge of working in a small school environment.  
•    Have a good understanding of the KS2 curriculum. 
•    Is knowledgeable and organised. 
•    Is helpful, understanding, calm and consistent in their standards and behaviour. 
•    Is flexible, enjoys sharing ideas and who understands the importance of collaboration.  
•    Will promote the schools chosen Christian values and understands the importance of them in Church Schools. 
 
We can offer you:

•    A brilliant opportunity to progress your career in a school with a real family feel. 
•    A committed staff team who put our children first and at the centre of everything we do. 
•    An opportunity to work within the supportive collaborative network of the Good Shepherd Trust.
 
 We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our pupils and staff and expect all applicants to share this commitment.  All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Application forms and further details about the post are available from our school office. Please email admin@pennybridge.academy who will send you the appropriate form directly.

Visits to the school are encouraged and welcome by prior arrangement with the Acting Headteacher. Please get in touch with the school office by phone on 01229 861307 or e-mail admin@pennybridge.academy to arrange.

Closing date for applications:  Tuesday 9th December 2025 at Noon. Invitations to interview will be issued by the end of the day on Wednesday 10th December.

Interviews:  Tuesday 16th December 2025