Class Teacher

Job description

Job Description

Are you an inspirational, dedicated teacher looking to make a real difference in a vibrant school community?

Penryn Primary Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join our welcoming team. This is a full time, permanent position.

You will work closely within our collaborative Year 5/6 Phase, partnering alongside a passionate, highly experienced team of two teachers and three dedicated support staff members.

What we are looking for.

We are looking for a practitioner who:

• Inspires Curiosity: Delivers engaging, inclusive, and high-quality lessons.
• Collaborates Effectively: Works seamlessly with phase colleagues and support staff to plan, assess, and innovate across Years 5 and 6.
• Knows the Curriculum: Possesses strong upper Key Stage 2 curriculum knowledge and high expectations for pupil progress and behaviour.
• Nurtures Every Child: Has a child-centred approach that builds pupil confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.

Why Join Penryn Primary Academy?

• A Supportive Phase Team: Work alongside experienced colleagues who share resources, ideas, and a strong sense of camaraderie.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous, tailored professional development and opportunities for career progression within the academy and wider trust.
• Engaged Community: Teach wonderful, curious children supported by welcoming families and a caring school culture.

We welcome visits to our school! If you would like to visit us, please contact the office via email: [email protected]

The interview date will be during the week commencing 28th September 2026.

Completed application forms can be emailed to [email protected] or returned via post to:

Aspire Academy Trust, Unit 20, St Austell Business Park, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD

Click here for more information and application forms.

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.

This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information.

Organisation address: Treverbyn Rise, Penryn, TR10 8RA

Contact detail: HR Team

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.aspireacademytrust.org