Class Teacher

Forge Wood Primary is seeking an inspiring and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community on a fixed term basis until August 2027.

Your opportunity

We are seeking a talented and professional teacher who shares our commitment to high aspirations, achievement, and a love of learning. You will thrive in the dynamic environment of our school, embracing the joys and challenges of teaching. Creativity, collaboration, and a passion for delivering engaging lessons will be at the heart of your practice.

What we're looking for:

• QTS
• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• A commitment to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
• A successful track record of improving performance outcomes

Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.

About Forge Wood Primary School

Our School sits within a established cluster ofschools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Forge Wood Primary Schoolour cluster includes the following other schools;
Southgate Primary School,Salfords Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School,Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
• Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Accessto our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Worklife and family friendly policies
• Employeewellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Accessto a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

Start Date:

4th January 2027

Pay Scale: GLF MPR 1-6

Contract type: 100/100ths - Fixed term (pending a review of staffing needs)

Closing Date: 29 Nov 2026

Interview date: TBA