Class Teacher 0.4 FTE– Fixed Term Maternity Cover

We are seeking to appoint an excellent class teacher to work part time on Thursdays and Fridays as maternity cover. We are a one-form Church of England primary school located within Keston village, backing onto Keston woods but with our own extensive grounds, including a large forest school area and our very own school chickens! Our friendly, caring and inclusive environment extends to all staff as well as to children and parents. If you have the required skill, enthusiasm and passion to join us, please click below to access the application pack with full details.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an outstanding teacher who is committed to raising standards with high expectations for all pupils.
• Have secure knowledge of the national curriculum and statutory assessments.
• Be a team player who has the capacity to work well with other colleagues and involve themselves fully in the life of the Trust/Academy.
• Be an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher, with a sense of humour and the ability to engage all children in their learning.
• Be understanding and supportive of the Trust’s Christian ethos.
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace. 
• Be committed to continuing professional learning. 
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• a happy community committed to providing the best education for our pupils built upon a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect, giving our children the freedom to flourish and succeed.
• professional development of all colleagues.
• a skilled, experienced and welcoming team of professionals.
• A school in which the pupils flourish in an open, supportive environment and achieve high standards as a result.

Salary & Benefits

Grade:                            MPS/UPS

Hours:                            0.4 FTE Thursday & Fridays

Contract:                      Fixed Term Maternity starting on 08/01/2026 until August 2026

Location

Keston Church of England Primary School
Lakes Road
Keston
Kent
BR2 6BN

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

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.