Job description
Location: Grampian Primary Academy
Hours: Full Time
Contract type: Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Unlock Positive Futures With Us
At Grampian Primary Academy, we are exceptionally proud of our children, our community, and our shared belief that every child deserves the chance to flourish. Our mission is simple but powerful: to unlock positive futures.
We know children learn best when they feel happy, valued, confident, and inspired — and that’s exactly the environment we strive to create every day. Strong, positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
What Makes Grampian Special
Two key elements define our culture:
Grampian CAN
Our ethos is built around our three core values:
Commitment — Aspiration — Nurture
These values shape our decisions, relationships, and expectations.
The League of Rocks
Through this unique approach, we help children develop the attitudes, skills and resilience needed to become successful learners.
Our curriculum is exciting, relevant and designed to foster a lifelong love of learning. Children enjoy spacious grounds, well resourced classrooms, and a school team committed to helping every child be the best they can be.
We cater for approximately 240 pupils aged 3–11, across eight well resourced classes. We are proud to be part of Anthem Schools Trust, working collectively to create ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join us in a permanent role.
You will:
• Deliver high quality teaching that motivates, inspires, and challenges pupils.
• Plan and deliver well structured lessons linked to our engaging curriculum.
• Promote excellent progress and outcomes for all learners.
• Foster positive behaviour through our nurturing and consistent approach.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and to our vibrant learning culture.
What We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
• Passionate about primary education and committed to raising standards.
• Creative, reflective, and enthusiastic about developing their practice.
• Skilled in adapting teaching to meet pupils' diverse needs.
• A strong team player who embraces collaboration.
• Motivated by helping children feel safe, confident, and proud of their achievements.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Whether you are experienced or early in your teaching journey, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
• A warm, supportive and inclusive school community.
• Children who are eager to learn and full of potential.
• A well resourced environment with extensive outdoor space.
• Professional development through both school and Anthem-wide opportunities.
• A forward thinking school culture where relationships, wellbeing and ambition matter.
Visits are warmly welcomed, come and see what makes Grampian such a special place to teach.
Join us in Unlocking Positive Futures
If you’re passionate, committed and ready to make a difference, we can’t wait to meet you.
Employee Benefits
At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you’ll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.
Cycle Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.
Tech & Home Scheme – Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.
Corporate Health Cash Plan – Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.
Eye Care – Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.
Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.
Employee Referral Scheme – Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.
Anthem Institute - Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.
At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!
Anthem Schools Trust is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children’s Barred List check and satisfactory references.
It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a ‘regulated activity’. The position advertised is a ‘regulated activity’.
Anthem will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates.
Contact details:
(who to contact to arrange a visit or request further information)
Mandy Webber, School Business Manager, Grampian Primary Academy, Grampian Way, Sinfin, Derby DE24 9LU
01332 765546
How to apply:
(how to apply and to whom)
Via the following link on My New Term:
The closing date for this vacancy is Midnight on Sunday 31st May 2026.