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KS1/KS2 Class Teacher | Join a Flagship 'Centre of Excellence'
Full-Time | Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Application Closing Date: 9th March 2026 midday
Why Join Us?
Are you a passionate educator who believes that emotional well-being is the foundation of academic success?
We aren't just an Ofsted 'Good' school; we are a proud Inclusion Quality Mark Flagship School. We live and breathe the Thrive approach, ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn. If you want to work in an environment where your creativity is celebrated and your well-being matters, you've found it.
What We Offer
● A Stunning Workspace: Work in a school with beautiful, extensive grounds and top-tier resources designed to bring your lessons to life.
● A Culture of Care: Join a dedicated team that values resilience, a good sense of humour, and genuine professional support.
● Professional Growth: Whether you are an ECT looking for a nurturing start or an experienced teacher (M1-M6) seeking a vibrant community, we invest in our people.
● The "Fringe" Factor: Competitive pay on the Main Scale plus Fringe allowance.
● Access to Wellbeing Support Services as part of the school's staff insurance package which include a comprehensive variety of wellbeing services including: Counselling & Mindfulness, Physiotherapy Support, Integrated GP Helpline, Nurse Support, Whole School & Leadership Support, Staff Wellbeing.
What makes Lincewood special?
● Our Environment: We are incredibly lucky to have beautiful, extensive grounds. From outdoor learning to sports, our facilities allow you to take the curriculum beyond the four walls of a classroom.
● Our Ethos: We strive for every child to feel safe and happy. You'll be joining a staff room that values resilience, collaboration, and a great sense of humour.
● Our Support: Whether you are an ECT starting your journey or an experienced practitioner, you will be valued, heard, and supported.
The Role
We are looking for an ambitious and creative teacher. You will be the kind of person who:
● Ignites Curiosity: You design engaging lessons that turn pupils into self-motivated, confident learners.
● Builds Bridges: You naturally forge strong, positive relationships with children and their families.
● Maintains High Standards: You have a track record of excellent teaching and high expectations for every child.
● Stays Positive: You bring an inspirational energy to the classroom and a collaborative spirit to the staffroom.
● Passionate & Creative: Able to turn a learning objective into a spark of curiosity.
● Relationship-Driven: Someone who builds trust with families and colleagues alike.
● Ambitious: High expectations are a must-for our pupils and for your own professional growth.
Key Dates
● Closing Date: 9th March 2026, midday
● Interviews: Week commencing 23rd March 2026
● Contract: Start September 2026
How to Apply
If you have the drive to secure positive outcomes and the heart to join a school that truly cares, we can't wait to meet you.
Information about the School
Lincewood Primary School is an inclusive, caring and supporting school, with children at the heart of every decision we make. We have aspirational expectations and a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum, which aims to foster a love of learning. Our school values revolve around the ICARE acronym, helping us to develop an inclusive, caring, aspirational, resilient and enthusiastic atmosphere for all.
We are a Thrive school and use the principles of Thrive to support pupils who have experienced childhood trauma and we are proud to be an Inclusion Centre of Excellence.
Lincewood Primary School is part of CRESCO Multi Academy Trust.
Cresco Multi Academy Trust is based in Basildon and consists of Great Berry, Janet Duke, Lincewood and Noak Bridge Primary Schools. The aim is to share good practice and provide the best education for all our children.
We believe that this collaborative partnership will have a positive impact and enable us to drive school improvement, help us to build capacity, develop our staff, secure the best financial value for each of our academies and support greater pupil attainment and opportunity.