Chestnut Park Primary is seeking an inspiring and enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher to join our vibrant, nurturing Early Years team from April 2026 on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator to deliver high‑quality, imaginative teaching that sparks curiosity, builds independence and lays the foundations for a love of learning. If you are committed to exceptional classroom practice, fostering children’s wellbeing and working collaboratively within a supportive, forward‑thinking school community, we would love to hear from you. 

Visits for candidates are encouraged, please view the job description for details on how to arrange. 

Your opportunity

As our new Reception Class Teacher, you will take the lead in planning and delivering high‑quality, engaging lessons that promote strong early learning and inspire every child to thrive. You will create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to explore, ensuring learning is well‑differentiated and supports all abilities, including those with SEND.

The role involves effective use of assessment to monitor progress, set ambitious targets and adapt teaching accordingly, as well as maintaining high standards of behaviour, communication and wellbeing. You will work closely with parents, carers and external agencies, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and play an active part in staff meetings, professional development and the wider life of our Outstanding school community.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status and a strong track record as a good or outstanding practitioner.
• Experience using assessment and data to inform planning and improve outcomes.
• Confident supporting children with SEND and delivering inclusive learning.
• Positive, motivated and reflective, with a commitment to professional development.
• A strong communicator and team player, aligned with the values of GLF Schools.

Please read the full job description and person specification for more information. 

About Chestnut Park Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster

Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Chestnut Park, our cluster includes the following other schools; Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School, and Hillcroft Primary School .

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

In June 2018 we were awarded our OUTSTANDING status by Ofsted. Chestnut Park received OUTSTANDING in all areas. 

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme 
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details 

Start Date: 13 April 2026 

Pay Scale: GLF MPR 1-3 

Contract type: Permanent 

Closing Date: 26th February 2026 

Interview date: 10th March 2026 

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.