Primary School Teacher in Cannock

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Upper Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team from September 2026. This role is based at Redhill Primary School, on the edge of Cannock Chase in Staffordshire, a school known for its ambition, high expectations and inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Have proven experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2 (essential).
• Demonstrate a strong interest in the leadership of English, with the ambition to develop this area further.
• Be motivated by career development and eager to take on additional responsibility as they grow within the role.
• Show a genuine passion for making a difference to disadvantaged learners, with high expectations for all pupils.
• Be reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• High-quality professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A school culture driven by inclusion, ambition, and care for every child.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ outcomes and life chances.

Employee Benefits

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff).
• Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays).
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching).
• Exclusive discounts with major brands.
• Free Eye Tests.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

Professional Development and Support within the Trust

• Experienced leadership and subject‑specific support.
• Guidance from former HMIs and serving Ofsted Inspectors within the Trust.
• Access to the Trust’s Institute of Education and SCITT.
• Opportunities to work with different schools within the Trust as a Professional Advocate.
• Participating in peer reviews.
• Access to a suite of online courses.
• Placement projects within our family of schools.

Application Process

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

Redhill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to robust vetting procedures, including an online search for all shortlisted candidates, in line with our Trust’s commitment to safer recruitment. An enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), formerly known as the CRB, is required. You will be asked to disclose all relevant unspent and, where applicable, unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions, and convictions.

Shaw Education Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CVs alone will not be accepted. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an on-going basis and interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, therefore, we encourage early applications. Successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.

About Shaw Education Trust

We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever their background, ability, or starting point. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their growth. Through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and we champion wellbeing, value every voice, and create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference.