Class Teacher

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. Now, we are looking for a passionate and committed Class Teacher to play a vital role in supporting this vision at Djanogly Sherwood Academy in Nottingham.

About the Role
Djanogly Strelley Academy is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher to deliver high-quality teaching and learning in accordance with the curriculum. The role involves planning, preparing, and delivering structured and engaging lessons that support the academic, social, and emotional development of students. The successful candidate will assess and monitor student progress, implement effective classroom management strategies, and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to support student achievement and wellbeing.

Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of effective primary teaching practices and child development. The ideal candidate will be suitably qualified, highly organised, and capable of creating a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment. They will have strong communication skills, a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and families, and a clear commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and continuous professional development.

About Djanogly Strelley Academy
Djanogly Strelley Academy is a warm, community‑focused primary school committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. With a strong emphasis on high‑quality teaching, positive relationships, and enriching learning experiences, the academy works closely with families to support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Why Join Tapestry?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call [phone removed].

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Home - Djanogly Strelley Academy

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Provisional Interview Date: 28 September 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.