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Class Teacher - Maternity Cover - Reception
Location: Initially located at Brookfield until 31 August 2026
The Trust currently has 12 academies over 13 sites across the vibrant and diverse communities of Sutton and Surrey (Elmbridge, Reigate & Banstead, Mole Valley). We expect to welcome further academies in 2025/2026.
Successful applicants will initially be confirmed as appointed to the Trust.
There may be some travel between sites on occasion, for example to attend training opportunities.
Start Date: 01 January 2026
Contract: Initially maternity cover, but may be an opportunity to become permanent from September 2026; Full time
Unleash Your Potential as a Class Teacher in Reception!
Are you an exceptional educator ready to make a real difference? LEO Academy Trust is searching for a passionate and dynamic Class Teacher to join our thriving Trust from January 2026. This is your chance to ignite young minds in our Reception class, initially based at Brookfield Primary Academy until August 2026.
Why LEO Academy Trust?
We are a vibrant and supportive learning environment committed to fostering excellence and opportunity for all. Join us and experience:
Impactful Teaching: Cultivate excellence and foster inclusive, engaging learning experiences for every student.
Collaborative Community: Work alongside supportive colleagues and embrace continuous professional growth with ongoing learning opportunities at every stage of your career.
Diverse & Inclusive: Celebrate diversity and make a positive impact on our local communities across Sutton and Surrey.
Innovative Development: Embark on a coaching-oriented development journey and integrate cutting-edge technology into your teaching practice.
Work-Life Balance: Promote well-being and achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.
Genuine Difference: Make a lasting impact on the lives of students, colleagues, and communities.
Your Opportunity Awaits!
This full-time maternity cover position offers a competitive salary (Outer London main and upper scale) commensurate with your experience. While the position is initially located at Brookfield, our Trust boasts 12 academies across 13 sites in the diverse communities of Sutton and Surrey, with further expansion planned for 2025/2026. You'll be appointed to the Trust, with occasional travel between sites for exciting training opportunities.
Ready to Join Us?
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to shape the future!
Apply Now: We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as shortlisting will be ongoing. The Trust reserves the right to remove the advert once a successful candidate is appointed.
Showcase Your Skills: Detail how you meet the person specification for this role, providing compelling evidence and examples of your proven experience. Review the job description and person specification.
Key Information:
1. This role requires you to work in the UK from the provided location.
2. We are unable to sponsor a Certificate of Sponsorship/visa for this role.
3. Feedback on your application will be provided upon request if you attend an interview.
4. In line with safeguarding guidelines, pre-employment checks, including internet and social media searches, will be conducted.
5. Fluency in English is essential for effective communication and safeguarding responsibilities.
6. LEO Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to promoting equality and inclusivity for all staff and applicants.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities:
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. For more information, please refer to our applicant guide on the website.
Reasonable Adjustments:
Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team.
Safeguarding Statement
Please note:
7. This role can only be worked in the UK from the location provided and not from overseas.
8. For this role the Trust would not consider sponsoring a Certificate of Sponsorship/visa. We are unable to offer advice on any Visa and Immigration cases.
9. Feedback will only be provided upon request if you attend an interview.
10. In line with KCSiE statutory guidelines, the Trust will use internet searches, including social media searches to perform pre- employment checks on candidates in the course of recruitment. The Trust will act in accordance with its data protection and equal opportunities obligations.
11. Employees working in any role that requires them to communicate with pupils, parents, guardians, staff and/or members of the community, must be able to speak fluent English to enable the effective performance of the role and to ensure that they are able to abide by their safeguarding responsibilities.
12. LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. Applications are invited from all members of the community. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff and Trust treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff members.
13. LEO Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. For further information, please refer to our applicant guide on our website.