Aquinas Church of England Education Trust

Class Teacher – Aquinas Trust Primary

Overview

The Aquinas CE Education Trust is seeking an Early Careers Teacher for the position of Primary Class Teacher from the start of the 2026/27 academic year.
This will be for a placement at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School in Chislehurst, BR7 5PQ.

Personal attributes

We would welcome an application if you:

  • Are currently going through Initial Teacher Training and will be an Early Careers Teacher by September 1st, 2026.
  • Are an outstanding practitioner who is committed to raising standards with high expectations for all pupils.
  • Are genuinely excited to begin your career in the Teaching profession
  • Have secure knowledge of the national curriculum and statutory assessments.
  • Are a team player who has the capacity to work well with other colleagues and involve themselves fully in the life of the Trust/Academy.
  • Are an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher, with a sense of humour and the ability to engage all children in their learning.
  • Are understanding and supportive of the Trust’s Christian ethos.
  • Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace. 
  • Are committed to continuing professional learning.
  • Hold a good honours degree.

 

In return, we offer:

 

  • A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.
  • A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
  • A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
  • A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
  • A Trust in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging, and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Role:                                   Class Teacher - Primary 

Contract:                            1.0 FTE

Grade Range:                   Main Pay Scale (Outer London)

Location

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
School Road
Chislehurst
Greater London
BR7 5PQ

Supporting documents

How to apply

Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to Aquinas.recruitment@aquinastrust.org.

Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ.

 Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained. All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates may have their references taken-up before any interview – unless explicitly requested in your application.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

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