Job Ref No. ECC2045-111S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: MPR - UPR
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 02/04/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: w/c Monday 13 April 2026  

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Permanent contract

Two posts available

Required from 01 September 2026

We are looking to appoint 2 driven, energetic and passionate class teachers to join our forward-thinking and growing school at an extremely exciting time. The year groups for these posts have yet to be decided so all applications are welcome whether your preference is EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, and we welcome applications from ECTs.

This is an opportunity for teachers who thrive on working collaboratively, have a positive outlook and are driven to support all pupils to be the best they can be.

Our children are amazing and eager to learn, and we strive to ensure all our pupils are well-prepared for the challenges of the world around them. Social and emotional education is an intrinsic part of our culture, we are always looking for innovative ways to engage pupils so that they excel! Our Leadership Team and Trust has an ambitious vision for the school to ensure all pupils receive the best education possible and leave with the skillset to thrive in High School and beyond.

We can offer:

● a caring, friendly and welcoming ethos

● pupils who are kind, enthusiastic and eager to learn

● Personalised professional development opportunities (including for ECTs) which will nurture your skills and talents, as well as serve to support future goals

● dedicated staff who enjoy working collaboratively as a team

● a supportive, understanding and proactive leadership team

We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals who have:

● a willingness and drive to develop within the role

● the ability to think outside of the box in order inspire and motivate our pupils

● an excellent knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum

● high expectations of themselves and others

● the ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a variety of teams

● a sound knowledge of safeguarding and your roles and responsibilities linked to this

We welcome visits, so please contact Louis Collins - Director of Primary School Improvement on - lcollins@penroselearningtrust.uk

Further details about the post and how to apply are available on our Trust website: Penrose Learning Trust

Closing date: Midday Thursday 2nd April 2026

Proposed interview date: w/c Monday 13 April 2026

Great Bentley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Sarah Skillern
Plough Road
Great Bentley, Colchester
Essex, CO7 8LD
Telephone: 01206 250331
Email: admin@greatbentley.essex.sch.uk

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