Year 4 Teacher in Gravesend | January 2026

An ambitious and supportive primary school in Gravesend, Kent, is seeking a motivated and reflective Year 4 Class Teacher to join its vibrant Key Stage 2 team from January 2026. This full-time, permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to teach in a welcoming school with a strong sense of community and a clear focus on academic excellence and pupil wellbeing.

Year 4 Class Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

You will be responsible for teaching a class of engaged and enthusiastic Year 4 pupils, supporting their development across all subject areas while fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The role offers the chance to work within a collaborative and experienced KS2 team.

Key responsibilities include:

• - Planing and delivering well-structured, engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 curriculum.


• - Using assessment to inform planning, monitor progress, and ensure all pupils are supported and challenged appropriately.


• - Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes high expectations and mutual respect.


• - Maintaining effective communication with parents, carers, and colleagues.


• - Contributing to wider school life, including events, enrichment opportunities, and curriculum development.

Person Specification

The school is looking for a dedicated practitioner who brings energy, creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential criteria:

• - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).


• - Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally with experience or familiarity with the Year 4 curriculum.


• - A good understanding of the KS2 national curriculum and assessment expectations.


• - Strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing, pupil-focused approach.


• - Excellent teamwork, planning, and communication skills.


• - A commitment to ongoing professional development and inclusive teaching practice.

What the School Offers

• - A friendly and inclusive school community with a strong team culture.


• - Supportive and visible senior leadership.


• - A structured induction and mentoring programme for Early Career Teachers.


• - High-quality CPD and opportunities for professional growth.


• - Well-equipped classrooms and access to enriching teaching resources.


• - A balanced, broad curriculum with a focus on both academic and personal development.


• - A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.


• Whether you are an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher or a confident Early Career Teacher, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that values ambition, collaboration, and the whole child.

Apply now to take the next step in your teaching career at a supportive Gravesend school.