Class Teacher

Job Description

We are seeking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, creative and inspiring Teacher to join our team, with a passion for working with children to ensure they receive the education they deserve. Successful candidates will be joining a strong, forward-thinking and creative school who are committed to improving the life chances of all children in our care.

Here at West Thurrock, we believe that all children are individuals and have unique potential waiting to be unlocked. The school's team works hard to inspire, enthuse, motivate and nurture children to ensure that they fully achieve their potential. We are determined to ensure that our children are not only given a fantastic academic education but an education that provides them with the skills and knowledge that will make them successful in future life whilst also providing them with a wide range of opportunities and experiences that ignites their imagination. The school's community is diverse and fully inclusive of each other. The school prides itself on valuing the contribution of the staff and provides a range CPD opportunities.

We are looking for an applicant who:

• Acts as a role model, setting high expectations of conduct and behaviour.
• Is a good or better teacher.
• Can think creatively to engage, enthuse and motivate all children to learn.
• Have evidence of having a measurable impact in their current/previous teaching role.
• Values teamwork.
• Has high standards and expectations in all areas of school life.
• Is committed to inspire pupils and raise achievement.

We can offer you:

• Happy, well behaved and hardworking pupils who are eager to learn.
• A talented, dedicated, and hard-working staff team.
• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance.
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change.
• A diverse school community with positive and happy children.
• Extended holidays.
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance programme available to all employees, providing you with the support you need whenever you need it.

West Thurrock Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We ensure through high quality training and development, all staff gain a deep understanding of the expectations of the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidance 2025. All applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Service, health check and two satisfactory references.

Visits to the School are warmly welcomed.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Incomplete applications will not be successful. CVs will not be accepted. Details and application form can be sent by email upon request from the School Business Manager - admin@westthurrockacademy.co.uk.

Information about the School

West Thurrock Academy is a two-form school which currently has 450 children on role.

Our school community is a broad and vibrant tapestry enriched by a wide range of backgrounds, faiths and life experiences. As a result of our inclusive approach, we are proud to support hundreds of children who learn, think and communicate in different ways.

We are proud of our welcoming and engaging learning environment. Our school is spacious, with a large hall used for PE, assemblies and meals. We also have multiple outdoor learning areas and access to a well-sized field. Children have access to a range of mobile technologies during computing sessions which are also used across the curriculum. Over the past academic year, we have invested in several spaces to support emotional regulation including a soft room and sensory pods - accessible to any child who may need them. We have also developed learning environments tailored for children requiring pre-formal or semi-formal approaches within a mainstream setting. West Thurrock Academy is a place where all children can feel safe, secure and empowered to explore and learn.

We believe every child is unique. We work hard to nurture each individual's abilities while addressing their specific needs. Our curriculum is designed to equip children with essential skills and knowledge that prepare them for the next phase of their education and for life beyond school. Staff at West Thurrock Academy are committed to delivering an inclusive, broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum that supports all learners regardless of the barriers they may face. Learning is enriched with trips, guest visitors and a wide range of engaging experiences. Our ambition is to spark curiosity and passion-whether that leads to becoming the next mathematician, author, scientist, historian, athlete, artist or something entirely new.

West Thurrock Academy is a Single Academy Trust with a Governing Body and a Members Board.

The school is currently rated Good with Ofsted, July 2022.