• Closing Date:Closing Date:
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  • LocationLocation:
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  • Vacancy TypeVacancy Type:
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  • Advertising SalarySalary Details:
    £37,870 - £50,474 per annum
  • GradeGrade:
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  • Position Start DatePosition Start Date:
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  • Hours Per WeekHours Per Week:
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  • School AddressSchool Address:
    Birkbeck Primary School, Alma Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 4ED
  • Vacancy IDVacancy ID:
    588
  • About The Role

  • We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join our highly motivated and friendly team to cover maternity leave (until August 2026) in Year Three. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to making a real difference in children’s lives and contributing to a positive, inclusive school community. We are working hard to ensure that each child, family and staff member feels that they can thrive and that they belong.

    The successful candidate will benefit from strong professional support and ongoing opportunities for professional development. We are proud to offer a nurturing environment where every member of staff is encouraged to grow and succeed.

    Applications will be considered for those wishing to work part-time.

    The successful candidate will:
    Be an excellent practitioner or have the potential to become one
    Have high expectations of all children and inspire them to achieve their best
    Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and dynamic team
    Be committed to professional development and instructional coaching
    Contribute to the wider life of the school and help strengthen our role at the heart of the local community
    If you are an enthusiastic, reflective and motivated teacher who thrives on seeing children flourish, we would love to hear from you.

    Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. 
     
    This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. 
  • Benefits and how to apply

  • We offer:
    A determination to create a positive work-life balance for all staff.
    A vibrant school with high standards and expectations.
    Children who are happy, responsive and eager to learn.
    Teachers Pension Scheme
    Performance related pay
    Employee Assistance Programme 
    Effective CPD opportunities  including instructional coaching
    Collaborative working with other schools within The Bexley Borough  

    Birkbeck Primary School are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. 
     
    Birkbeck Primary School is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery. 

    Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and highly recommended via [email protected]

    To apply please complete the application form below and submit to [email protected]. Alternatively, applications can be sent to Birkbeck Primary School, Alma Road, Sidcup, Kent DA14 4ED. CVs will not be accepted. 

    The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th January 2026 or sooner.  Interviews will be scheduled in due course.
    We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.


    Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview. 

    Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview. Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer.
  • About Us

  • Birkbeck Primary School is a large, three-form entry family-friendly school and nursery that is located in the heart of Sidcup in Kent.  The school was previously housed in the building now used by Doreen Bird College on Birkbeck Road, it has been in its present site in Alma Road since the 1960’s. 

    At present there are 650 pupils on roll. 

    Ofsted rated us a ‘Good School with Outstanding Features’ in our latest inspection (December 2023).

    We are proud to be in the top 4% for our Key Stage 2 results in the past 2 years.   

    The school culture is strongly supported by our three values resilience, responsibility and equality which encourages children to be respectful of all people.  Children are highly motivated to achieve well and this is reflected in our school motto "Dream... Believe... Achieve.." 

    We offer a vibrant, creative workplace committed to consistently improving outcomes for all, with a supportive and friendly community of committed staff, governors and parents. 

    For further information about the school, please visit https://www.birkbeck.bexley.sch.uk/.

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