Year 1/2 Class Teacher

10 March 2017
Permanent
Full Time
St Swithun’s CE Primary School, Grove Street, Retford DN22 6LD
Standard scale (MPS) with the possibility of TLR for SENCo for the right candidate.

Headteacher: Mr Adrian Jackson

NOR: 119 (3-11 years)

Required from 6th September 2017

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and creative teacher with experience of Key Stage 1 to join our team.

The successful candidate will:

  • have high expectations of children’s achievements, attainment and behaviour
  • be able to inspire and enthuse all learners
  • have a thorough knowledge of Key Stage 1 principles, curriculum and practice and be innovative in its application
  • have a strong understanding of assessment for learning
  • have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team with a willingness to participate fully in the life of our school
  • be reflective in practice and willing to take a risk!
  • use and teach ICT effectively to extend and deepen learning
  • be prepared to be part of the whole school community
  • have a positive outlook and a sense of humour
  • be supportive of the Christian ethos of our school.

In return we offer:

  • Children who are enthusiastic, well behaved and keen to learn in what is a vibrant, happy and caring environment
  • A friendly and creative staff
  • A supportive governing body who care passionately about our school and the local community
  • Strong links with the Church family and a supportive diocese.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post will require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and an Occupational Health check. We undertake to make reasonable adjustments to a job or workplace to counteract any disadvantage a disabled person may face.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Application forms are available from the school by email: office@st-swithuns.notts.sch.uk and the closing date is 12 noon on Friday 10th March.

We have a clear vision for the future and are looking for staff with the quality, drive and determination to help us achieve our goals.

Telephone: 01777 702043

• 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.