Leigh Academy Horsmonden is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join our team, starting in January 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a vibrant and thriving primary academy, where your passion and commitment will help shape students educational experiences. We are looking for a motivated KS2 teacher who fosters a love of learning in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role is ideal for someone who places student achievement at the heart of their practice and is committed to the continued growth of our academy. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Planning and delivering engaging and effective lessons aligned with the National Curriculum Assessing and monitoring pupil progress, providing targeted support and interventions Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues Contributing to the overall success of the academy through involvement in extra-curricular activities and academy initiatives You will also be expected to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. In return, we will offer you: The opportunity to help shape our future by joining a LAT academy A school community committed to raising achievement and attainment A stunning environment with modern building, excellent resources and facilities A strong commitment to support professional development opportunities A supportive Governing Body and Leadership Team We warmly welcome applicants to arrange a visit to the academy prior to submitting an application to meet our team. You can do so by contacting Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor) on amy.wenbanlatrust.org.uk. Please note that the role is offered on a permanent basis, with a salary commensurate with experience (Main Pay Scale). Do you know a great teacher who would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive 100 as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form by clicking here. T&C's apply. Working at Horsmonden Primary Academy: Here at Horsmonden Primary Academy, our aim is to encourage lifelong learning and develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring individuals that understand the world around them while demonstrating respect. It is important to us all that Horsmonden children are prepared for life outside Horsmonden and that journey starts the minute they walk through our doors. As a member of staff at Horsmonden you will benefit from working with a dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable team. We are all proud to work here and firmly believe in every child achieving their best through providing inspiring, motivating and exciting learning opportunities. Our curriculum is framed by the Primary Years Programme, from the International Baccalaureate and we strongly believe in the 10 learner profile attributes. They represent the capacities and responsibilities for intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth. Together, staff and children are: inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk takers, balanced and reflective. The school was founded in 1853 and we have been at the heart of the community ever since. We are proud to have an active, supportive parent body and excellent links with the local community enabling us to work closely together, providing the best experiences for the children of Horsmonden. If you would like to fin d out more, please contact the school office to book a guided tour and meet the wonderful children and fantastic staff team. Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st April 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally. The Trust is establishing three clusters of academies: LAT Central; LAT West; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website. As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation. Click here to view the benefits available to all LAT employees from day one. Our commitment to safeguarding: 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 this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Our commitment to equality and diversity: 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. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.