Redhill Academy Trust Teachers’ Main /Upper Pay Scale (R1 - R9) Maternity Cover - Full Time Required for 5th January 2026 (for one term) This is an exciting opportunity to work for The Carlton Infant Academy. We would be delighted to welcome you to our school community, where every child is nurtured, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. At The Carlton Infant Academy, we believe that the early years are a time of wonder, discovery, and growth - and we’re here to make every moment count. Our dedicated team provides a caring, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. Through rich experiences and playful exploration, we help our learners take their first steps on a lifelong journey of learning. We invite you to grow with us. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and committed Class Teacher to join our team. This role is open to Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers alike. You will bring strong classroom practice and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching and learning. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that meet the needs of all children Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where children feel valued and motivated to learn Use a range of assessment strategies to monitor progress and inform next steps in learning Set high expectations for behaviour, learning, and personal development, fostering a positive classroom culture Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and leaders to enhance curriculum delivery and share best practices Build strong relationships with children, families, and the wider school community to support children’s development Reflect on and continuously improve your practice through professional development and feedback Contribute to the wider life of the school, including events, enrichment activities, and school improvement initiatives The Carlton Infant Academy is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers. Benefits Access to Teachers Pension Scheme Recognised continuous local government service The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school Cycle to work Scheme Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme Employee benefits platform For further details regarding this post or to request a visit please contact Paula Deabill ( p.deabill@thecarltoninfantacademy.org.uk ). To apply complete our on-line application form, please use the 'apply now' button. Please include the following in the additional information section of the application: Your reasons for applying for the role Your ideas and experience in effective teaching and learning in KS1 Your experience with SEND and inclusion Your experience and success of working within a team If you have any questions or queries regarding the application process please contact the HR Team on hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk. As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.