Class Teacher in Northampton

About the Role

Permanent, Full Time Teaching Hours, 52 weeks per year. At Eastfield Academy, we value creativity, teamwork, and a love of learning. We are proud of our warm and inclusive environment where both staff and pupils are encouraged to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Plan and prepare high-quality teaching materials and learning opportunities.
• Build on pupils’ prior knowledge and abilities to support strong progress and achievement.
• Support every child to succeed, including pupils with SEND, EAL, disabilities, and those who are gifted and talented.
• Use effective teaching approaches, including early reading strategies such as Read Write Inc where appropriate.
• Promote excellent standards of literacy and communication across the curriculum.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to celebrate progress and help pupils grow in confidence.
• Provide meaningful feedback and encourage pupils to reflect on and improve their learning.
• Use assessment information to guide planning and set achievable targets.
• Set purposeful homework and enrichment activities to extend learning beyond the classroom.
• Create a positive and well‑managed classroom environment in line with school policies.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: M1 - UPS 3: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 FTE per annum. Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme. 31 days annual leave plus statutory holidays. Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers. Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education. Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme. Awards and Recognition Scheme. Flexible working patterns. Benefits Platform: Health & Wellbeing Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme.

Qualifications and Experience

• Honours degree related to Primary Education or a curriculum subject is desirable.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Evidence of sustained participation in INSET/CPD.
• Demonstrable evidence of high standards of class teaching.
• Understanding of inclusion and personalised learning.
• Well‑motivated, enthusiastic with a can‑do attitude.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Team working skills.
• A desire to allow each child the opportunity to fulfil their potential, both academically and on a personal level.

About the David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world‑class education. We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world‑class, knowledge‑rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff. We provide extensive co‑curricular opportunities including sports, music and the arts, as well as cultural visits that help fuel ambition and unlock potential. We are committed to ensuring that every child has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive opportunities.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. All pre‑employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education” statutory guidance.