Job Introduction
Class Teacher – Year 5 (Fixed-Term, ECTs Welcome)
Belmont Community Primary School, Grantham, Lincolnshire
Join a happy, ambitious Grantham primary school as our next Year 5 class teacher this November – a values-driven, enthusiastic ECT, fully supported by a designated mentor from day one.
Key details
Contract: Fixed-term, 3 November 2026 to 22 July 2027, full time
Salary: M1, Main Pay Scale
Start date: 3 November 2026
Closing date: Thursday 8 October 2026, midday
Interviews: Week commencing 12 October 2026
Location: Belmont Community Primary School, Harrowby Lane, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 9LR
ECT support: Full induction programme in line with the ECF, with a designated mentor and the statutory reduced timetable allowance
About us
At Belmont our motto is ‘Every child matters. Every moment counts.’ We're a happy, caring and ambitious school in Grantham, proudly celebrating 50 years at the heart of our community. Children here are nurtured, supported and challenged to thrive, and we know they achieve most when school and home work together – so we take real pride in the partnership we share with our families, governors and wider community.
The role
We are looking for a talented, imaginative and enthusiastic teacher to join our Key Stage 2 team and take responsibility for a Year 5 class. As well as creating effective, enjoyable learning environments, you will foster the social and emotional growth of our pupils – delivering high-quality teaching with warmth and challenge in a safe, engaging classroom.
We particularly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers – you'll be fully supported by a designated mentor and our ECT induction programme from day one.
This post is fixed-term, reflecting current pupil numbers on roll, and will be reviewed ahead of the 2027–28 academic year.
What we're looking for
You will be a values-driven, committed and resilient teacher, organised and effective, with a determination to make a difference. Specifically, we're looking for:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a degree-level qualification
• Recent experience teaching in Key Stage 2, including a successful KS2 placement during initial teacher training for ECTs
• The ability to plan and teach well-structured, well-adapted lessons that engage and challenge every pupil
• Strong knowledge of assessment for learning, and confident behaviour management
• The ability to safeguard and promote pupils' welfare, with emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour
• Excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues and parents alike
• A collaborative, team-first approach and a commitment to your own professional development
What we offer
• Wonderful children with whom you can really make a difference
• A team of professionals who are knowledgeable, supportive and committed to teamwork
• A forward-thinking school that genuinely cares about your professional development
• Support from our school wellbeing team
Safeguarding
Belmont Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and satisfactory references will be sought, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Belmont Community Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.
Visits and how to apply
We actively encourage all potential candidates to visit the school before applying. To arrange a visit, simply call or email the school office on 01476 567939 or enquiries@belmont.lincs.sch.uk – we'd love to show you around.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
