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  • LocationLocation:
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  • Advertising SalarySalary Details:
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  • GradeGrade:
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  • Position Start DatePosition Start Date:
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  • Hours Per WeekHours Per Week:
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  • School AddressSchool Address:
    Foster's Primary School, Westbrooke Road, Welling, Kent, DA16 1PN
  • Vacancy IDVacancy ID:
    949
  • About The Role

  • We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and creative teacher to join our team. If you are passionate about children’s learning and enjoy working in a collegiate atmosphere, then Foster’s may be right for you.

    Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. 
    We highly recommend visits to the school, which can be arranged by contacting the school office via email at [email protected] or by calling 020 8298 7336

    This post is a customer-facing position and falls within the scope of the Code of Practice on English Language Requirement for Public Sector Workers. The school has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the JD/Person Specification. 
  • Benefits and how to apply

  • We offer:
    A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team
    A determination to create a positive work-life balance for all of our staff
    A strong ethos of high expectation and challenge for all learners 
    A commitment to professional development, with excellent ECT and middle leader programs
    Flexible PPA opportunities
    Wellbeing days
    A culture where all staff contribute to the development of our school
    A school where wellbeing is a priority, including wellbeing days
    An iPad and laptop for individual use
    Employee Assistance Programme 
    Kaarp Benefits Scheme
    To apply for this vacancy, please download and complete the application form available from the Attachments section below. Your application should be submitted to [email protected]. Alternatively, applications can be sent to Foster’s Primary School, Westbrooke Road, DA16 1PN. CVs will not be accepted. 

    The closing date for applications is 9AM on 18th September 2026 with interview date to be confirmed.

    We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

    Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview.  

    Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview. Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer.

    Foster’s Primary School is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

  • About Us

  • Foster’s is a popular two-form entry school on the Welling / Bexleyheath borders with a rich history.  We were recognised as a ‘good with potential for outstanding in our last Ofsted inspection and have a strong staff team. Our teachers are dedicated, enthusiastic and committed to maintaining the highest standards and providing a creative curriculum for the pupils in our care. Our children are our biggest asset; they are polite, courteous, kind to each other and enjoy their learning. We are fortunate to have a bright, modern site with plenty of outdoor space, a Forest School area and modern resources including ICT. 

    Foster’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

    For further information about the school, please visit: www.fosters.bexley.sch.uk



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