Class Teacher - Atlas Academy
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
About Us
Atlas Academy is part of Astrea Academy Trust, a family of schools with a strong commitment to delivering a knowledge-rich education and improving life chances for all children. We are driven by high expectations and a belief that every child, regardless of background, can achieve success through an ambitious curriculum, strong pastoral care, and a culture of aspiration.
At Atlas, we strive to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. Our curriculum is carefully designed to build powerful knowledge, support curiosity about the wider world, and ensure all pupils are prepared to thrive within their community and beyond.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and ambitious Primary Class Teacher to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational practitioner to play a key role in delivering a high-quality education that enables every child to achieve their full potential.
As a Class Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire, challenge and support pupils of all abilities. You will create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment, promote positive behaviour, and contribute to pupils' academic achievement and personal development. Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external partners, you will help ensure every child receives the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
- Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge all pupils
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons in line with curriculum expectations
- Promote strong academic progress and positive outcomes for all pupils
- Demonstrate secure subject and curriculum knowledge
- Adapt teaching to meet the strengths, needs and abilities of all learners
- Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform future teaching
- Create and maintain a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
- Manage behaviour effectively to maximise learning opportunities
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external agencies to support pupil development
- Fulfil wider professional responsibilities and contribute positively to the wider life of the school
- Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and promote the welfare of all pupils at all times
What We Are Looking For
- A highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher with a passion for primary education
- A practitioner who maintains high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development
- Strong subject and curriculum knowledge
- The ability to inspire, engage and challenge pupils of all abilities
- Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
- Experience of using assessment effectively to improve outcomes for pupils
- A commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child can succeed
- A reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development
- A team player who contributes positively to school life and culture
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Why Join Us?
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Access to high-quality professional development through Astrea Academy Trust
- Opportunities for career progression across a growing multi-academy trust
- A strong culture of high expectations and continuous improvement
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people
- The chance to be part of a school committed to excellence, inclusion and ambition for every child
Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI
Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.
In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.
Flexible Interview Dates
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to inspire young minds, contribute to an ambitious and supportive school community, and help shape the future of our pupils, we'd love to hear from you.
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