Salary: MPS - UPS - £32,916 - £51,048 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term parental leave cover position working 1.0 FTE, 39 weeks per year until 31st August 2027 (Monday to Friday)
Eden Park Academy are seeking an inspirational Primary School Teacher to join our dedicated school team. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and helping every child achieve their full potential.
About the Role
As a Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning in line with the Teachers’ Standards.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Planning, preparing and teaching engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs
Leading by example to secure high standards of behaviour, motivation and achievement
Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, using data to inform planning and target-setting
Reporting to parents and contributing to school improvement processes
Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
Working collaboratively with support staff and colleagues across the school
Contributing to performance management, training, and whole-school initiatives
Upholding school values, behaviour expectations and community ethos
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who can bring positivity, professionalism and a strong commitment to children’s learning.
Essential attributes include:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an ECT
Recent successful teaching experience in EYFS, KS1 or KS2
Strong behaviour management skills and understanding of high-quality teaching and learning
Ability to teach pupils of all abilities and use ICT effectively in lessons
Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community
Desirable attributes include:
Experience leading a curriculum area
Excellent ICT skills and ability to contribute to policy development
Experience teaching across multiple primary key stages
Ability to organise extra-curricular activities
Why Join Us?
You’ll become part of a supportive, forward-thinking school team that values collaboration, creativity and shared success. We offer:
Opportunities to influence practice and contribute to whole-school improvement
A commitment to staff development and CPD
A positive, inclusive school ethos and welcoming community
If you’re an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who wants to inspire a love of learning and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 22nd June 2026, interviews will be held on Thursday 25th June 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here.
