Job Description

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first.

Full-Time Teacher - Grays, Thurrock

Class Teacher

January 2026 Start


We are seeking a outstanding and talented Class Teacher to join a popular, community-focused primary school located in the Thurrock district of, Essex. This is an ongoing position to start in Januray 2026 with permanent prospects and a fantastic opportunity to become part of a friendly school family!

About the Role:

  • Full-time teaching position

  • To start ASAP or from January 2026

  • Ongoing contract, with the potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

  • Working within a friendly, well-organised team

About the School:

  • A warm and high achieving Primary school

  • Supportive leadership and colleagues

  • A supportive school community

Ideal Candidate:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Experience across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 (specific year group can be discussed)

  • Strong classroom management and planning skills

  • Enthusiastic, adaptable, and committed to high-quality teaching and learning

  • A team player who is ready to contribute to school life

If you're looking for a fulfilling teaching role in a school where your work is valued and supported, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Us?

As an award-winning employer, we are committed to putting candidates and staff first.

We've partnered with The National College, an award-winning online CPD platform, to offer you a complimentary subscription to over 2,500 courses, webinars, and resources. This helps you stay up to date with the latest statutory guidance, enhance your knowledge, and keep ahead of developments in pedagogy. Whether you're a teacher, support staff member, or school leader, The National College allows you to pursue professional development at your own pace and on your own schedule.

We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates.

  • Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request)

  • Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status

  • Proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer