Collaborative Classroom Teacher
GLC Academy: Gateway Primary Free School
Salary: Teachers Main Pay Scale M1 £35,081 - M6 £46,852
Working Pattern: Full Time - Talk to us about flexible working
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: 12th April 2026 at Midday
The Gateway Primary Free School is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.
We are looking for a dedicated and adaptable teacher to join our vibrant team. This unique role is designed to provide a seamless bridge for our students, working hand in hand with our established part-time staff across various year groups to ensure continuity and excellence in every classroom.
Key Responsibilities:
- The Ultimate Team Player: Work in close partnership with multiple part-time colleagues, handling handovers with clarity and professionalism.
- Year Group Versatility: Seamlessly transition between different age groups, bringing your expertise and energy as you fill vital gaps in the weekly timetable.
- Curriculum Continuity: Ensure that, despite a changing schedule, student progress never misses a beat. You will be the "anchor" that maintains high standards and a consistent learning environment.
- Creative Integration: Use your broad experience to enrich the curriculum, sharing best practices across the different teams you support.
Watch our video for an insight into our academy:https://youtu.be/mKl4MgwJUmA
You can read our latest Ofsted Report here: http:https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Ofsted+Reports&pid=21
Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:
£1000 Golden Hello for successful candidates [teachers paid on Main Scale to UPS 3 only applying directly to the GLC, only after a qualifying period of 12 months.]
Staff well-being programme: Including access Westfield Health Insurance
Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle to work Scheme
3 hours of planning, preparation and assessment time [Primary]
No expectations for teachers to lead after school clubs [Primary]
Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service
State of the art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning
A paid 'My Day' each year
Excellent career development and training
2-week October half term break
A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching
Paid opportunities to teach during school holiday clubs
Free access to the fitness suite at the Gateway Academy
Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff
GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]
The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We warmly welcome applicants who are interested in this position to visit our school prior to making an application. Please contact Elisha.Ryan@theglc.org.uk to arrange a visit.
If you would like to apply for this position and join our school please complete an online application form.