Teacher

Shorefields; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Epping Forest is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join their team. The role requires a commitment to high standards and a desire to maximize every student's potential. Candidates should be creative, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development. Applications are encouraged promptly due to potential early closure of the advert.

Benefits

Friendly and enthusiastic children

Welcoming staff

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• High standards and expectations of oneself and others.
• Commitment to maximizing the potential of every learner.
• Creative and flexible approach to innovation.

Responsibilities

• Join the existing team at the school.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare and development of children.
• Encourage and appreciate diversity.

Skills

Excellent teaching skills

Organization

Communication skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5270-145S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Teachers Main/Upper pay range

Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 31/12/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026

Required subject to substantive post becoming vacant.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Class Teacher to join the existing team at our school.

We can offer you:

• Friendly, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
• Welcoming and supportive staff
• Positive school ethos
• Opportunity to develop professionally
• Spacious and attractive School and grounds in a lovely position near to Epping Forest.

The successful applicant will:

• have high standards and expectations of themselves and others
• have a commitment to maximising the potential of every learner
• be creative and have a flexible approach to innovation
• have excellent teaching, organisation and communication skills

Prompt applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

Our Governing Board is committed to:

• safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of children and young people;
• promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs.

Upshire Primary Foundation School expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and appointment will be subject to Pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check, medical check and satisfactory references.

If you would like further information, would like to visit the school or receive an application form please contact Julie Hockley, School Business Manager on [e-mail] or call 01992 715567. Emails will be checked and voicemails collected during the closure period.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Details

Julie Hockley
Upshire Road
Upshire, Waltham Abbey
Essex, EN9 3PX
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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