Class Teacher in Liskeard

Our 'Bring It!' vision requires us to ensure our pupils are excited by and fully engaged in their learning and school experience more widely. We support them to use their talents to create positive school memories with their friends that will remain with them for the rest of their lives. Our aim is to inspire a lifetime of adventure.

As a Church of England Trust, we support its vision for education which is deeply Christian, with Jesus' promise of 'life in all its fullness' at its heart. St Barnabas Trust is looking to recruit an outstanding KS1 teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust at St Martin’s School. St Martins is a vibrant and nurturing church school for children aged 3-11. Our dedicated team works closely to recognise and develop each child’s unique gifts and talents, helping them flourish in confidence, character and independence.

Alongside a strong academic foundation, we offer an embedded outdoor adventure curriculum that inspires curiosity, exploration and a lifelong love of learning. We are looking for a teacher who will truly make a difference in children’s lives. We welcome applications from ECT's and experienced teachers. In return, we offer excellent ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work alongside staff from other schools within the Trust. This is a part time 0.4 permanent position.

Interview Process

Successful candidates will be invited to interview on Tuesday 30th June 2026, where they will be required to plan and deliver a 15‑minute interactive learning session based on a high‑quality children’s text or literacy stimulus. This task must demonstrate your ability to captivate pupils' interest, challenge their thinking and clearly reflect National Curriculum learning objectives for Key Stage 1.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate high quality teaching and learning strategies.
• Be proactive in supporting our team approach with good interpersonal skills.
• Contribute to our Church of England ethos.
• Maintain a dynamic, inspirational yet challenging learning environment.
• Secure high quality relationships with parents, carers and the wider community.
• Demonstrate a desire to ensure that every single child can achieve the best of their ability, through effective differentiation and high-quality teaching.
• Embrace and capitalise on the learning environment outside the four walls of the classroom.

Benefits

• A welcoming and friendly team environment within a MAT committed to staff development with well‑motivated and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn new skills.
• The opportunity to flourish within a supportive and forward thinking school family.
• Generous local authority pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Annual Health Checks.
• Flexible working considered.
• Free eye care vouchers for DSE users.
• Corporate gym membership discount.
• Ongoing Training and Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunities Statement

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

Safeguarding and Vetting

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.