Teacher - Year 4

The governors of Eaglesfield Paddle CE Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a highly motived, hardworking and passionate teacher, to join our school. 

We are recruiting for a part time (0.2) teacher to work a Friday in our Year 4 class. The role will start in September 2026. Permanent Part Time (0.2 FTE) MPS (pro-rata)

There will be the opportunity to undertake other cover across the school when required.

Applications are welcome from Newly Qualified Teachers (ECTs) as well as more experienced applicants.

·    Can you encourage all around you to “be the best they can be, because God is with us in all that we do?”
·    Can you demonstrate first quality, creative and adaptive teaching with learning strategies to meet the needs of all pupils?
·    Can you build lasting positive relationships with families in our school?
·    Can you nurture a love of learning?
·    Do you want to belongs to a caring Paddle family who put well being at the heart of decision making?
·    Are you an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations, committed to raising standards, achievement and attainment?
·    Can you work within a strong and dedicated team who have aspirations for all?
·    Do you model clear and effective behaviour management strategies?
·    Could you lead a subject across the school?
·    Are you committed to involving parents, strong church links and the wider community in the life of the school?
·    Do you value the importance of outside learning to inspire and motivate?
·    Are you willing to contribute to our extra-curricular clubs?

At Paddle Academy we can offer:
·    A good Primary Academy, with outstanding features;
·    children who are well behaved and enthusiastic learners;
·    a welcoming and vibrant team, who strive to “be the best they can be, because God is with us in all that we do”;
·    excellent indoor and outdoor facilities;
·    exceptional resources to support learning;
·    supportive parents and governors;
·    excellent opportunities for mentoring for a successful NQT applicant; and
·    a wide range of opportunities for professional development.

Application packs can be found on the vacancies page of the school website and are also available by request to the school office via telephone on 01900 823188 or email at [email protected] 

Please complete the application form and provide a covering letter stating your curricular and extra-curricular strengths and interests.

Visits to School 4 pm Thursday 18th June 2026
Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 26th June 2026
Shortlisting: 1 pm Monday 29th June 2026
Interviews: 8am Monday 13th or Tuesday 14th July 2026

Eaglesfield Paddle CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, DBS and, a Declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.