Primary Classroom Teacher

PRIMARY CLASSROOM TEACHER Full Time, Permanent Start date: September 2026 or January 2027 Salary scale: MPS / UPS (TLR available for additional leadership responsibilities, dependent on experience) Are you an ambitious and passionate teacher who believes every child can succeed? Would you like to work in a welcoming and inclusive primary school where relationships, character development and high aspirations are at the heart of everything we do? This is an exciting opportunity to join Eastbrook Primary School and become part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to providing an exceptional education for every pupil. Eastbrook School is an all-through school in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Our primary phase continues to grow and develop, with a strong focus on high-quality teaching, character education and creating a nurturing environment where children flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We are proud of our welcoming school community, our ambitious curriculum and the positive relationships that exist between staff, pupils and families. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, inspectors recognised that “leaders and staff have embedded a culture of high expectations”, that “pupils feel safe and supported” and that “children in early years get off to a flying start”. At Eastbrook Primary School, we believe that children achieve their very best when they feel valued, inspired and challenged. We are committed to developing curious learners, resilient individuals and kind, thoughtful members of society. The successful candidate will: Deliver engaging and effective lessons that inspire and motivate pupils to learn. Demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge and a commitment to high standards. Share our belief in the importance of character education and personal development. Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues. Be reflective, enthusiastic and committed to continual professional growth. Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team and contribute positively to the wider life of the school. Have high expectations of behaviour, attitudes and achievement for all pupils. In return, we offer: A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community. Enthusiastic, polite and hardworking pupils who enjoy learning. A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and workload management. A collaborative and supportive leadership team. High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities. The opportunity to work within an ambitious and growing all-through school. A well-resourced learning environment and excellent facilities. A culture that places equal importance on academic success and character development. Eastbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including an enhan