About This Role
Dunstable Icknield Lower School is looking to appoint an experienced, motivated and inspirational Primary Teacher to join our friendly and supportive staff. The successful applicant would be expected to work closely with the senior and middle leaders.
We are looking for an outstanding teacher with proven classroom experience, who has high aspirations of pupils and is reflective, committed and passionate about children’s learning. This position is suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the beginning of its journey as part of a multi-academy trust. Staff at Dunstable Icknield benefit from shared professional development opportunities, collaborative practices, and the expertise of colleagues at Priory Academy, which is also part of the same trust. Priory Academy is the school that most of our Year 4 pupils transition to upon leaving.
Key Responsibilities
Applications are invited from candidates who:
Have a strong track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning
Strive to provide exciting and innovative learning experiences for children
Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour
Are highly motivated and professionally ambitious
Are fun, flexible team members who develop excellent relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues
Can demonstrate excellent organisational skills
Are passionate about being part of a diverse and inclusive school
What We Offer
The school is part of Scholars’ Education Trust (SET), an established, cross-phase, multi-academy trust formed in 2012. SET has enjoyed measured growth, ensuring maximum educational impact alongside school, a primary school, an extended secondary, two secondary schools and an all-through school. We currently have just over 6,000 pupils in our care.
This is a great time to join SET. We are a growing trust with a proven record of school improvement and a strong moral purpose.
If you would like more information or to visit us to find out more, then please don’t hesitate to contact us. Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
Closing date for application: 13 April 2026 at 9.00 am
Date of Interview: TBC
We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
The Scholars’ Education Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want to attract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.
Scholars’ Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Barring Service Check.