Foundation Stage Teacher

Permanent
Full Time
Elkesley Primary & Nursery School, Headland Avenue, Elkesley, Retford, Notts, DN22 8AQ
Main Pay Range - A TLR will be available for the appropriate candidate

Number on Roll : 84 

The Governors of Elkesley Primary & Nursery School wish to appoint an excellent and enthusiastic teacher to join our school from January 2016 to teach a mixed F1 & F2 class. We are a popular school with increasing numbers. 

Elkesley Primary School can offer:- 

  • Friendly, well-behaved, motivated children
  • A warm and welcoming environment in which to develop and thrive professionally
  • An attractive, well-resourced learning environment with outstanding school grounds providing excellent opportunities for outdoor learning
  • A committed, dedicated staff and governing body
  • Strong drive to achieve high standards 

We are looking for someone who 

  • Is an excellent practitioner, who demonstrates creativity and passion in their teaching
  • Has excellent communication skills
  • Approaches teaching with enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Has high expectations of children’s achievements and behaviour
  • Believes that learning should be fun, exciting and enjoyable
  • Has a desire to develop professionally 

In our last inspection, Ofsted said “during lessons and play, pupils cooperate and are very enthusiastic”. Please arrange a visit or request information if we sound like the school for you.

Our school is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people. As such, all candidates will be asked to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding children and to complete an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.

Visits to the school are welcome – please telephone 01777 838615 to make an appointment. Further details and an application pack may be obtained from the school upon receipt of a SAE, or email office@elkesley.notts.sch.uk


Closing date – Monday 12 October 2015 @ 12.00 noon

Shortlisting - Tuesday 13 October 2015

Interviews - Friday 16 October 2015

 

• 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.