Churchend Primary School is an ambitious, nurturing school where children are excited and challenged to succeed. We encourage children to develop independence, enquiring minds, enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements.

We are seeking to appoint a creative and inspirational teacher to work in our Reception class, committed to shaping future minds to ask questions, play co-operatively and make a positive difference to society.

We invite applications from colleagues who:

• Is forward-thinking, reflective and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Are always striving to develop their own skills and knowledge to ensure the quality of education they deliver is of the very best standard.
• Enjoys working in Early Years and is skilled at identifying children’s needs and interests and capitalising on these.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for learning, achievement and behaviour.
• Is positive and excited by the challenges of a new school.
• Enjoys building positive relationships with children, their families and staff members.
• Are open to new ideas and work alongside others to plan and deliver an effective curriculum.

In return we can offer you:

• Motivated, curious, enthusiastic children.
• A friendly and supportive team, who work closely together sharing ideas for planning and delivering our curriculum.
• A caring ethos where everyone is respected and valued.
• Opportunities to work across the Orchard Learning Alliance which offers excellent professional development and support for our staff.
• A well-resourced school with a fabulous outdoor learning environment for our Reception pupils.
• ECT mentorship and support.
• A commitment to well-being and reducing workload.

Visits are warmly welcomed and we look forward to showing you around our fantastic school!

Please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136457/EDV-2026-CPA-07026 to
apply, or contact Lizzie Smee, l.smee@churchendacademy.com to arrange a visit.

Closing/Shortlisting: Applications will be shortlisted upon receipt until Monday 18 May 2026.
Interviews: Wednesday 20 May 2026.

Churchend is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.