Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher – Reception Class Teacher

20 March 2017
Permanent
Full Time
St Andrew’s C of E Primary School, Skegby, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Notts. NG17 3DW
Main Scale 1 – 4

Required from 1st September 2017

Number on roll: 370 ages 3-11

The children, staff and Governors at St Andrew’s C of E Primary School are looking for an outstanding Early Years teacher to join our Early Years Foundation Stage team and who shares our passion for teaching and commitment to improving the educational experiences of all children.

This post is ideal for either newly qualified teachers or teachers in the early stages of their career.

This is a unique opportunity to join our warm, friendly and caring primary school.

We welcome applications from candidates who: 

  • Have a love of working with children in the Early Years.
  • Understand and can show good/outstanding Foundation Stage practice
  • Understand/have experience of assessment in the EYFS
  • Understand the importance of safeguarding children
  • Are able to work effectively, and flexibly, as part of a team
  • Have high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour
  • Thrive on providing creative and inspiring learning opportunities for children in a stimulating and vibrant learning environment
  • Are passionate about Early Years
  • Put children at the heart of everything they do 

In return we can offer you:  

  • An established and experienced Foundation team
  • A lovely, supportive staff team
  • Opportunities for continuing professional development
  • A supportive community and parents who are keen to work in partnership with the school
  • A committed Governing Body with key representatives from the local community

St. Andrew’s C of E Primary School is situated in Skegby and is a popular school with a good reputation in the local area. We are a Church of England school, with close links to St Andrew’s Church. We provide a good quality education for 378 children aged between 3 and 11 years, including wrap around care and a range of after-school clubs and activities. The school is made up of 11 classes, including 2 Foundation 2 classes and a 39 place Nursery Unit. All classes are supported by hard working and dedicated Teaching Assistants.

If you would like to be part of our very special team, please do request further details.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01623 484522, to make an appointment to meet our Head Teacher, Amanda Williams, and see our lovely school in action.

Closing date is on Monday 20th March 2017 at 12.00pm.

Interviews will take place during the week beginning Monday 27th March 2017

We are always keen to expand the range of expertise at our school. Please state any particular strengths on your application. However, experience in, knowledge of and a passion for the Early Years is our priority at this time.

St Andrew’s C of E Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.