Class Teacher
Salary: £34, 069-£46,940 (Teacher's Main Pay Scale Points 1 - 6)
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: January 2027, Easter 2027 or September 2027 (Flexible for the right candidate)
Contract Type: Permanent or Fixed Term until 31st August 2027 (Flexible for the right candidate, if you are looking for a short term arrangement)
Join us at an exciting time
Beechview Academy is seeking an experienced, skilled and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 teacher (preferably Year 1 teacher) who believes that every child deserves an excellent start to their primary education. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of building on children’s Early Years experiences while developing the knowledge, confidence and independence they need to thrive in Key Stage 1.
Beechview Academy is a school with a proud story of improvement, ambition and success, and an even more exciting future ahead. Over recent years, our dedicated staff, pupils and wider school community have worked together to transform our school, culminating in our Ofsted inspection in July 2025, where we were judged 'Good' in all areas. Inspectors recognised our warm, inclusive culture, high expectations and a school where pupils truly "learn, grow and thrive".
Building on these achievements, September 2026 marked another significant milestone as we welcomed our infant school onto site, beginning our journey as a newly merged, all-through primary school from Nursery to Year 6. This exciting development provides a unique opportunity to shape a shared vision, strengthen our curriculum and create a seamless educational journey for every child. We are now looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious and committed teacher to join our supportive team, build on our successes and play an important role in shaping the next chapter of Beechview Academy's journey.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Has successful experience in teaching Year 1 or across Key Stage 1, with a secure understanding of the transition from Reception.
- Is confident in the teaching and assessment of systematic synthetic phonics, early reading, writing and mathematics
- Can combine explicit teaching, well-designed routines and purposeful practical learning to meet the needs of Year 1 pupils
- Use assessment and responsive teaching to identify misconceptions, adapt support and accelerate progress
- Creates a calm, nurturing and ambitious classroom where children feel safe included and ready to learn
- Works constructively with families, colleagues, learning support assistants and the wider school team
What we offer:
- A welcoming, committed team with a collaborative approach to planning and school improvement
- A strong culture of professional learning, coaching and opportunities to contribute to curriculum development
- An inclusive school community that values positive relationships and the wellbeing of pupils and staff
- An attractive school site with generous outdoor areas that enrich learning
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Visits are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01494 527113 to arrange a visit or enquire about the role.
We reserve the right to interview on receipt of application and interview and appoint before the closing date, if a suitable candidate applies. Early application is strongly encouraged.
