KS1/2 Teacher

Lift St James the Great

Chapman Way East Malling, Kent, ME19 6SD United Kingdom

Salary: MPR / UPR + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Part Time / Permanent (Monday + 1 other day)

Start date: September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic and creative teacher looking to make a real difference?

Lift St James the Great, part of the Lift Schools Trust, is seeking a passionate and dedicated KS1/KS2 Teacher to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. We are proud to be part of a trust that champions excellence, inclusion, and the belief that every learner can achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone who:

* Is dedicated to teaching and reflective in their practice * Has high expectations for every child and believes that all pupils can succeed * Brings creativity, energy, and a growth mindset to the classroom * Is a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT, we'd love to hear from you.

About Lift St James the Great

We are a one form primary and nursery school situated in one of the most beautiful areas of Kent, 30 seconds from the nearest bus stop, 5 minutes from the train station and within easy reach of Maidstone, Tonbridge and London. We serve our strong, supportive and welcoming local community and are committed to providing high quality teaching and learning for all of our pupils.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. * Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs. * Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. * Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

The role is due to commence September 2026. This is a full-time permanent position.

Closing date: 22 June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair