Class Teacher (M3-UPS3)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Class Teacher (non ECT)to join us at The Growth Learning Collective based at Rotherfield Primary School.

The role of Class Teacher will have a major impact on the children’s lives through delivering high quality teaching and learning. We are looking for someone who:

Understands how to break learning down into manageable chunks, and be adaptable and flexible to meet children’s needs

Is committed to improving children’s lives through education - and shows resilience and commitment to this challenge

Has a commitment to professional growth- wanting to do things better all the time

Has compassion for our children, some of whom have real challenges in their lives (domestic violence, poverty, parental mental health needs)

What the school offers its staff

The Growth Learning Collective

The Growth Learning Collective is the federation of Newington Green Primary School and Rotherfield Primary School, two thriving community schools in Islington. After five years of close collaboration, the governing boards of both schools voted unanimously to federate in July 2022, creating a unified leadership and governance structure that strengthens educational outcomes and community engagement.

Our federation is built on a shared belief: by working together, we can achieve more than we ever could alone. This partnership allows us to share expertise, pool resources, and deliver a rich, inclusive curriculum tailored to the needs of our diverse learners.

Federation Benefits

The Growth Learning Collective offers a range of benefits for pupils, staff, and the wider community: Shared Expertise: Staff across both schools collaborate to share best practices, specialist knowledge, and innovative teaching strategies.

Professional Development: Teachers and support staff benefit from joint training opportunities, mentoring, and career progression pathways.

Curriculum Enrichment: Pupils enjoy a broader range of learning experiences, including joint projects, trips, and enrichment activities.

Leadership Strength: A unified leadership team ensures consistent standards, strategic planning, and a clear vision across both schools.

Resource Efficiency: Shared resources and services allow for more effective use of funding, facilities, and support systems.

Community Impact: The federation strengthens ties with families and local organisations, creating a more connected and supportive community.

Our Federation Each school retains its unique identity while benefiting from shared leadership, professional development, and strategic planning.

The federation is led by an Executive Headteacher and a Federated Governing Board, which oversees both schools.

Our core aims:

Deliver a rich and well-balanced curriculum with enriching experiences.

Ensure high outcomes for all pupils, regardless of background.

Meet children’s individual needs through a nurturing ethos.

Maintain a safe, inclusive, and happy learning environment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.