Class Teacher; Part time, 2 days per week, standard teacher hours and weeks
Start Date: September 2026, Maternity cover up to 12 months.
Salary: M1 - UPS3 FTE £32,916 - £51,048 Depending on experience
About our AcademyThe Arbours Primary Academy is a vibrant, 2 form entry school located in Northampton.
At The Arbours Primary Academy, we are a happy and skilled close-knit team of teachers and support staff who work together to achieve the best outcomes for our well behaved and enthusiastic pupils. Staff here are all encouraged to be ambitious, develop their careers and we aim to provide personalised, professional development to suit the needs of the individual.
The Arbours Primary Academy is an OUTSTANDING school.
About the role:As a Teacher at The Arbours Academy, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring and guiding our students in their educational journey. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that cater to the needs of our learners, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed.
Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals, you will contribute to the development of our school community and uphold our commitment to excellence in education.
We are seeking applicants who are:- Confident qualified teachers who demonstrate high expectations of both children's achievement and behaviour for all.
- Able to positively promote inclusion and have high expectations for all children.
- Caring and approachable with excellent communication skills and a positive working attitude.
- Passionate about learning and have a desire to share good practice within a team as part of their professional development
- Able to work creatively using our exciting and engaging curriculum as a starting point.
- Committed to the safeguarding, welfare and care of our children.
- Experienced working in a Primary setting
Salary & Benefits- M1 - UPS3 FTE £32,916 - £51,048per annum, 0.4 FTE £13,166.40 - £20,419.20 pro rata for 2 days a week, depending on experience
- Access to Teachers' Pension Scheme
- An excellent provision for your professional development and Leadership Development programme
- Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
- Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
- Rewards and Recognition Scheme
- Flexible working patterns
- Benefits Platform
- holiday discounts
- cinema tickets
- restaurant booking discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country's top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
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Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.