Class Teacher

MPR/UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Full Time

September 2026 Start

Following our most recent Ofsted inspection, we are proud to be an Outstanding school. Lift Hockley is a thriving community where high aspirations and a caring, family ethos sit at the heart of everything we do.

Our vision, "Aim High", drives our commitment to strong academic achievement alongside exceptional personal development. "Working happily together, inspiring a desire to learn" underpins our culture and reflects the shared values of pupils and staff.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join our supportive and ambitious team. You will play a key role in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that enable every pupil to achieve their potential.Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will help create a positive learning environment where pupils feel confident, motivated and supported to succeed.

You will plan and deliver high quality lessons, assess pupil progress and provide meaningful feedback to support learning. You will work closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure all pupils, including those with additional needs, are able to access the curriculum and thrive.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A strong understanding of effective teaching and learning in a primary setting
• The ability to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• A reflective practitioner committed to professional development
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Visits and informal discussions are warmly welcomed. Please contact Helen Read at 01702 202394.

Closing date : 16th April 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.