Job Description
Are you an inspiring, creative, and passionate teacher? Leigh Academy High Halstow has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Class Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive team from September 2026.
At Leigh Academy High Halstow, we are proud of our strong community ethos and commitment to ensuring every child receives an excellent education. Our academy is a place where children are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
From September 2025, our academy expanded its age range to include provision for children aged 3-4, further strengthening our commitment to supporting pupils throughout the early stages of their education. Our extensive outdoor space provides rich opportunities for learning, exploration, and play, helping children develop both academically and personally.
We are seeking a teacher who places children at the heart of school life and has high expectations for both achievement and behaviour. You will be someone who inspires and motivates pupils to reach their full potential while fostering a positive and engaging classroom environment.
In return, you will join a school with supportive colleagues and hardworking pupils, where collaboration and shared ambition drive success. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that values creativity, dedication, and continuous improvement.
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to be part of a welcoming and ambitious academy community
- Supportive colleagues and enthusiastic, hardworking pupils
- Extensive outdoor space that enriches teaching and learning opportunities
- A collaborative and forward-thinking environment where teamwork is valued
- Access to excellent professional development opportunities within the wider Leigh Academies Trust network
If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to our school’s continued success, we look forward to receiving your application.
Working with us at Leigh Academy High Halstow
Leigh Academy High Halstow is an over-subscribed, one-form entry village primary school where pupils are hard-working and respectful, and parents are highly engaged. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme is integral to our curriculum, shaping well-rounded, lifelong learners and global citizens ready for secondary school and beyond.
We are fortunate to have fantastic indoor and outdoor environments that greatly enhance learning opportunities. Additionally, all KS1 and KS2 pupils benefit from 1:1 devices, allowing our staff to adapt teaching and learning experiences effectively. Leigh Academies Trust provides outstanding opportunities for staff to work collaboratively and access high-quality professional development at all stages of their career journey.
We are delighted that Leigh Academy High Halstow has recently been judged an OUTSTANDING school by Ofsted. To find out more about our vibrant academy, please visit our website.
Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.