Full-Time Class Teacher – Lichfield

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate full-time class teacher to join a welcoming and thriving primary school in Lichfield. This long-term position is set to begin in January 2026, with the potential for a permanent contract for the right candidate.

The school is located in a vibrant community, offering a warm and supportive environment for both staff and students. With a strong focus on developing well-rounded, confident individuals, the school values creativity, inclusivity, and the holistic development of each child. The leadership team is committed to providing a high-quality education, and they are seeking a teacher who shares this vision and can contribute positively to the school’s ethos.

As a full-time class teacher, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that cater to the needs of all learners. They will be expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of the curriculum, use effective assessment practices, and foster a positive classroom environment. Building strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents is essential, as the school places great importance on community and collaboration.

The successful candidate will:

– Have a thorough and up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the Early Years foundation stage curriculum

-Encourage all pupils to reach their true potential and become independent learners with a positive attitude to life-long learning

– Provide a challenging, yet supportive learning environment which stimulates maintains and develops lively enquiring minds

– Be an excellent communicator who works in collaboration with families for the benefit of the child.

The ideal candidate will be confident in managing the classroom, differentiating lessons to meet the diverse needs of students, and promoting an inclusive atmosphere where every child can flourish. Experience with primary education and a passion for nurturing young minds will be essential. The role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive team and develop professionally.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or someone eager to take on a long-term role with the possibility of a permanent contract. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a school that truly values its staff and students, we encourage you to apply.

Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Long-term with the potential for permanent placement

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Jo at Joanne@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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