Class Teacher (English Curriculum Lead)

Southgateprimary; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in Crawley is seeking an inspiring Class Teacher (English Curriculum Lead) to drive exceptional teaching in English. You will lead curriculum development, coach colleagues, and ensure outstanding pupil progress. The ideal candidate is dynamic, enthusiastic, and has QTS along with a strong record in enhancing student outcomes. Join a collaborative team dedicated to educational excellence, offering a permanent position with opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Teachers Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Track record of improving performance outcomes.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Champion exceptional teaching and learning.
• Monitor and support pupil progress.
• Develop a rich, progressive curriculum.

Skills

Dynamic

Enthusiastic

Strong communication skills

Ability to handle challenging behavior

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

* Class Teacher (English Curriculum Lead)NEWFast Apply# Class Teacher (English Curriculum Lead)EmployerLocation: Crawley, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: GLF Main Pay RangePosted: 5th February 2026Start Date: 5th February 2026Expires: 19th March 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 5th February 2026Job ID: 1533244Job Reference: SOU005Start Date: 5th February 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1533244* Share :**Southgate Primary is seeking an inspiring Class Teacher (English Curriculum Lead) to champion exceptional teaching, learning and achievement across our school. This is a pivotal role for an enthusiastic teacher with a deep passion for English and the drive to lead its continued development. As a member of our teaching team, you will shape a rich, progressive curriculum; guide colleagues through high-quality training, co-planning and coaching; and rigorously monitor teaching, learning and interventions to ensure every pupil makes outstanding progress. If you are committed to raising standards, fostering excellence and empowering others, we would be delighted to hear from you.****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 personspecification for more information.***About Southgate Primary School**Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, SalfordsPrimary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School.This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise andexperience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression 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* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education**GLF Schools Employment Offer**GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish* Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: 13th April 2026Pay Scale: GLF Main Pay RangeContract type: PermanentClosing Date: 22 February 2026Interview date**: TBA**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.### Southgate Primary SchoolPart of### GLF Schools