The posting
Trust Yr6 Class Teacher
Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd
Grade: MPS (M1 - M6)
FTE percentage: 100%
Contract Type: Permanent
Discovery Trust is expanding! We are seeking talented, passionate professionals to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of education across our family of schools. This Year 6 teacher role is an important appointment for us in achieving our ambitious goals for our pupils. In the first year you will be based in one of our primary schools, working with a specific class to maximise their chances of achieving excellent outcomes and ensuring they are ready for the next phase of their education. However, as part of our Trust-wide team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference, working flexibly to support our schools where your expertise is needed most in future years. We offer a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, excellent professional development, and the chance to be part of something truly special.
Why Choose Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd?
At Discovery Trust, we believe every child deserves an exceptional education - and every teacher deserves the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This Trust-Wide Year 6 Teacher role is a unique opportunity to do just that.
You’ll be based in one of our vibrant schools, but your influence will reach across the entire Trust. Whether it's supporting schools with urgent staffing needs, driving up Year 6 outcomes, or sharing best practice across clusters, your work will directly contribute to our mission: high expectations for all pupils, every day.
This role is perfect for a passionate Year 6 teacher who wants to broaden their impact, or an experienced educator ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based practice.
What Makes This Role Special?
- Trust-Wide Impact: Help shape Year 6 teaching and learning across multiple schools, improving outcomes for hundreds of pupils.
- Flexible Deployment: Be part of a rapid-response team that supports schools where the need is greatest - whether due to staff absence or improvement priorities.
- Professional Growth: Gain exposure to a variety of school contexts, strengthen your leadership skills, and access high-quality CPD.
- Strategic Contribution: Play a key role in building teaching capacity, enhancing Ofsted readiness, and supporting our Trust-wide priorities.
We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, adaptable, and deeply committed to pupil success. If you’re ready to take your teaching career to the next level and help shape the future of Year 6 education across our Trust, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- A Unique Career Opportunity: This is not your typical teaching role. You’ll be part of a pioneering initiative that allows you to shape Year 6 teaching across multiple schools, while still enjoying the stability of a home base.
- Supportive, Collaborative Culture: Join a Trust that values teamwork, professional growth, and shared success. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders and passionate educators who are committed to making a difference.
- Trust-Wide Recognition: Your work will be visible and valued across the Trust, opening doors to future leadership opportunities.
- Wellbeing and Flexibility: We understand the demands of teaching and offer flexible deployment, travel support, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing.
What Makes Discovery Different:
- To ensure our teaching staff get the time and space to learn, we have launched - Teacher Development Time (TDT).
- By embracing technology, we’re able to deliver virtual lessons, allowing teachers to be released from their class each week, to focus on their own learning and development.
- In addition to their TDT, teachers also work alongside a coach, to ensure they have someone to discuss their learning with and help identify their strengths and areas for development.
- Feedback from teachers shows that they are overwhelmingly happy with their development time and the time they spend with their coach.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
- Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
- Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of pupils’ you teach
- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities, their prior knowledge and plan teaching and differentiate appropriately to build on this demonstrating knowledge and 2 of 5 understanding of how pupils learn
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications:: Qualified to degree level including Qualified Teacher Status
Experience: Teaching experience with the age range applying for
Skills & Knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
- Willingness to be fully involved the life of the school community
- A commitment to supporting and enhancing our school’s ethos and vision
- Thrives on challenge and variety
- Has a proven track record of strong Year 6 outcomes
- Is confident working across different school contexts
- Can build relationships quickly and inspire colleagues
- Wants to grow as a leader and make a Trust-wide impact
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team
- Highly committed and motivated Team
- A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
- Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
- Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
Additional Perks
- Free parking
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Gym discounts
- Eyecare vouchers
- Dental support
- Retail discounts
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
More about Discovery Schools Trust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.
Apply Now! If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today! Interested candidates can schedule a call with me, via Katherine Baverstock to discuss the role in more detail.
