Teacher

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners? We are a welcoming Church of England primary school, part of a dynamic multi academy trust, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all our pupils. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Teacher to join our team from October 26th, 2026. As a Classroom Teacher at Swinford, you will play a key role in helping every child flourish. You will deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences, foster a nurturing classroom environment and support pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider school community, you will contribute to our culture of high expectations, belonging and continuous improvement, ensuring children experience life in all its fullness.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Has high expectations of themselves and others.
• Enjoys working collaboratively.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion and excellence.
• Wants to make a positive impact every day.

About Swinford:

Swinford CofE Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school serving its local community and is proud to be part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust. We are a friendly and supportive school where strong relationships with children, families, staff, the church and the wider community are central to everything we do. Our Christian vision shapes school life and reflects our commitment to helping every child flourish. Through our Christian values, we provide a nurturing environment where children feel valued, respected and encouraged to achieve their best. We are proud of our caring ethos, high expectations and broad, engaging curriculum, which inspires children to develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, providing opportunities for children to grow academically, socially and spiritually. We encourage every child to discover their individual strengths, develop their talents and become confident, compassionate members of the school community. Swinford is a school where children and staff flourish together, supported by a strong sense of belonging, a caring Christian ethos and the opportunities that come from being part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver inspiring and inclusive learning experiences that enable every child to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
• Create a positive, purposeful classroom environment where high expectations, excellent behaviour and mutual respect support strong outcomes for all pupils.
• Use assessment effectively to identify next steps, celebrate achievement and ensure all pupils make excellent progress from their starting points.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
• Support our culture of inclusion, respect and belonging.

Help Children Flourish:

At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, our mission is simple: to ensure every child flourishes and experiences life in all its fullness. We believe exceptional people create exceptional opportunities for children. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving and supportive organisation. Inspired by our values of respect, wisdom, integrity, collaboration, compassion and inclusivity, we work together to ensure every child receives the best possible education. Why Join Embrace? When you join Embrace Multi Academy Trust, you become part of a family of schools working together to ensure pupils and colleagues flourish. We are committed to supporting our people through every stage of their career. Professional Growth

• Extensive CPD opportunities.
• Apprenticeship opportunities.
• Access to National College resources.
• Leadership development pathways.
• Opportunities to collaborate across ten schools.

Wellbeing and Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible working opportunities where possible.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Wider Wallet discounts and Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support services.
• Occupational sick pay schemes.

A WORKFORCE WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we believe diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the experiences of the children and communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities and life experiences. Because some roles and parts of our workforce are currently underrepresented, we particularly welcome applications from:

• Men applying for classroom support and administration roles.
• People from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities.

We Value Potential:

You may not meet every single criterion in the person specification, but if you believe you have the skills, values, experience or potential to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply. INTERESTED? Closing Date: 02/10/2026, 11.59pm Interview Date: 07/10/2026 Applications will only be accepted on the Trust application form. CVs will not be accepted. References will be obtained prior to interview. We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.