Are you a passionate and ambitious teacher looking to make a real difference? At Merstham Primary School & Nursery, we believe every child deserves to be known, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team, where high expectations, inclusion and a commitment to enriching children's lives sit at the heart of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a vibrant, diverse school community that is passionate about delivering an ambitious curriculum, creating memorable learning experiences, and developing confident, resilient learners who are ready to thrive both in school and beyond.
What we're looking for:
- Someone who can work well as part of a collaborative team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently.
- An excellent teacher and role model to children, colleagues and parents, exemplifying our core principle of kindness
- A highly motivated and creative teacher
- A teacher who can create a culture of high expectations for behaviour and achievement of all children
- A positive, open-minded professional
- Committed to working with parents, carers and the wider community
Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.
About Merstham Primary School
Our School sits within a established cluster ofschools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Merstham Primary, our cluster includes thefollowing other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School,Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords Primary School,Lime Tree Primary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise andexperience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
- Foundedupon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
- Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own uniqueidentity
- Committedto ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Accessto our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
- Flexibleworking options
- Generousholiday allowance
- Worklife and family friendly policies
- Employeewellbeing initiatives
- Careerpathways and talent management
- Accessto a staff benefits portal
- Communityand collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: January 2027 or April 2027 (flexible)
Pay Scale: MPR 1 to MPR3
Contract type: Permanent
Closing Date: 22nd November 2026
Interview date: TBC
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Class Teacher in Whitburn employer: Merstham Primary School
GLF Schools is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and professional growth. Located in Redhill, the role of Nursery Admin & Admissions Coordinator provides a unique opportunity to contribute to early years education while enjoying term-time hours and access to ongoing development programmes.
