Job Description
Classroom Teacher - Main purpose
The teacher will:
- Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document
- Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching
- Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
- Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
- Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
- Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests
Whole-school organisation, strategy and development
- Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s vision and values
- Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
- Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes
- Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach
Health, safety and discipline
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
- Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
Professional development
- Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
- Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching
- Take part in the appraisal and professional development of others, where appropriate
Communication
- Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers
Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals
- Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
- Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Personal and professional conduct
- Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school
- Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality
- Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities
Job Details
Key Stage 1 or 2 Class Teacher
Required from 1st September 2026
Applications welcome from ECT/TMS
NOR 418 Age Range 4 - 11
An exciting opportunity has arisen at our school for a permanent full-time Class Teacher. We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and caring teacher to join our team.
We are looking for a teacher who:
§ Has high expectations of children
§ Is committed to self/professional development
§ Has excellent organisational and communication skills
§ Enjoys working as part of a team
§ Has well-developed, effective teaching strategies
§ Can be flexible
§ Wants to be part of our journey of improvement
§ Is supportive of our Christian ethos
We can offer:
§ Well-behaved, enthusiastic children
§ The chance to work with a team of dedicated, hardworking staff who are passionate about their work with the children
§ An exciting learning environment with wonderful outside learning facilities
§ Supportive governors and parents
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact us on 01293 521077 if you would like to make an appointment.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and health clearance.
Closing Date: 12:00 pm Friday 5th June 2026
NB: We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process.
Further Information
St Margaret's C of E Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please visit our website:
Vacancies - Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
