Class Teacher

As a Teacher at Rockingham Primary School, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring and guiding our students in their educational journey. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that cater to the needs of our learners, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals, you will contribute to the development of our school community and uphold our commitment to excellence in education.

Full time teacher post, fixed term until 31st August 2027

About our Academy

In our July 2026 Ofsted report they commented that pupils "follow the 'Rockingham way' which supports them to follow expectations and be ready to learn. They are taught the importance of respect, aiming high, and being proud citizens. Pupils are confident, calm, and polite. They have positive and supportive relationships with staff".

Our close-knit team work hard to ensure every child at Rockingham has the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential in all walks of life at school, beyond and in the future. We would love you to come and visit us and see our fantastic pupils first-hand. We look forward to welcoming you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Salary & Benefits

M1- UPS3, FTE £34,069- £52,835 per annum, depending on experience

Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

An excellent provision for your professional development and Leadership Development programme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform

holiday discounts

cinema tickets

restaurant booking discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

A confident, qualified teachers who demonstrate high expectations of both children's achievement and behaviour for all.

Able to positively promote inclusion and have high expectations for all children.

Caring and approachable with excellent communication skills and a positive working attitude.

Passionate about learning and have a desire to share good practice within a team as part of their professional development

Able to work creatively using our exciting and engaging curriculum as a starting point.

Committed to the safeguarding, welfare and care of our children.

Experienced working in a Primary setting

Please also refer to the attached job description and personal specification

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

Risk management is everyone’s responsibility: comply with policies and procedures, and promptly escalate issues, incidents and concerns to management.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.