• Closing Date:Closing Date:
    28 August 2026
  • LocationLocation:
    Welling
  • Vacancy TypeVacancy Type:
    Permanent
  • Advertising SalarySalary Details:
    £37,870 - £50,474 per annum
  • GradeGrade:
    Teacher Main Salary Scale (Outer London)
  • Position Start DatePosition Start Date:
    As soon as possible
  • Hours Per WeekHours Per Week:
    Full Time, 100% FTE
  • School AddressSchool Address:
    East Wickham Primary Academy, Wickham Street, Welling, Kent, DA16 3BP
  • Vacancy IDVacancy ID:
    978

  • About The Role


  • 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

    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. 

    Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. 
    For an informal discussion about the role please contact school office on 0208 854 3637 or at [email protected]

  • Benefits and how to apply

  • Benefits
     
    * 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
     
    How to Apply 

    To apply for this vacancy please visit https://careers.tkat.org/job/8ad47ede-8123-4fed-bb53-9bb15efa20d1   CVs will not be accepted. 

    The closing date for applications is 28/08/2026. Interviews are scheduled for 07/09/2026.
    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.

     

    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.

  • About Us

  • 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.

    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  [email protected]

    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.

    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.

    For further information about the school, please visit https://www.eastwickham-tkat.org

    For further information about the Trust, please visit https://careers.tkat.org
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