Class Teacher

Orchards Church of England Academy – Class Teacher

Orchards Church of England Academy is part of the Diocese of Ely Multi-Academy Trust (DEMAT) and is seeking to appoint a full-time Class Teacher. Payscale:
Mainscale. 100% of a full week. Commencing:
September 2026.

Orchards Church of England Academy has an exciting opportunity for a committed Class Teacher to join a vibrant team of enthusiastic, hardworking individuals. We would love you to take your place with us in this fantastic role.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally:

• Have experience of working as a Class Teacher in a primary school
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Be enthusiastic, ambitious and serious about improving children’s life chances through education
• Be highly organised, conscientious and able to set clear priorities when managing a busy workload
• Be able to work cooperatively and communicate clearly with fellow colleagues, parents and pupils
• Have a “can-do” attitude and the ability to use your initiative
• Be able to work flexibly and professionally

We are looking for an experienced Class Teacher to join our team, working 100% per week. The purpose of this role is to work alongside colleagues in planning, preparing and supporting the teaching and learning of all pupils in your care. For further information about the role, please download the job description attached or visit our website:

It is an exciting time to join us as we move into the next era of the Trust as DEMAT becomes Grace Schools in September.

Grace Schools represents our commitment to the founding principles established by the Diocese of Ely and the distinctive position we have in supporting church schools. We are a large multi-academy trust consisting of multiple primary academies and thousands of pupils. We are committed to delivering educational excellence and ensuring all our students have the knowledge, confidence, and skills to succeed in their later lives.

We are proud of the recognition given to the Trust for achievements such as MAT of the Year (2024 National Schools Awards). Our website will update to  in August. Further information about our name change can be found at:

• Career progression opportunities internally and/or across a large number of DEMAT schools
• A supportive work environment with a focus on health and wellbeing (24-hour employee assistance programme)
• GP 24/7 service and access to an online health and wellbeing hub
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Generous pension and annual leave entitlement
• Inclusive policies and practices
• Well-behaved and enthusiastic children
• Strong links with the community and local church groups

For more information, please download the job description and person specification attached or visit our website:

Onsite visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange an appointment please call or email

Closing Date: Midday, Mon 13th Jul, 2026

(We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a suitable number of internal or external applications)

Interview Date: Week Commencing 13 July 2026

The Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust (DEMAT) is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.