Job Description

Unity Primary Academy

Colchester

Reception Class Teacher - part time 0.6 as soon as possible

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher with excellent classroom management skills from November 2014. Unity Primary Academy is a happy and forward looking school with a supportive staff team who are hardworking and committed to achieving high standards.

We would like: - An excellent EYFS practitioner

- A teacher with high expectations for both learning and behaviour

- A teacher who can ensure accelerated progress

- A teacher who will be a good team player

This post is open to any teachers who feel that they fall into the above remit - M1 to UPS1

Unity Primary Academy is a member of the REAch2 Trust, a national family of primary academies committed to raising standards and achieving excellence for all pupils, whatever their background or circumstance. Teachers within REAch2 belong to a national community of professionals, and benefit from a wide range of networks and development opportunities across the Trust. In time, our best teachers are able to work across schools, develop specialisms and step up to leadership roles within and beyond their own academy. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike.

REAch2 benefits from the involvement of leading educationalists, including our board member Professor John West-Burnham, and strong links to prestigious institutions such as the Institute of Education.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an excellent and committed teacher to join us in our new school on a remarkable journey and contribute to achieving our vision to ensure that all children reach their full potential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application forms and further details may be obtained from the school. Visits to the school would be warmly welcomed. Please contact the Head of School Melody Lowe to arrange.

Information about the School

Unity Primary Academy is a member of the REAch2 Trust; a national family of primary academies committed to raising standards and achieving excellent for all pupils whatever their background or circumstance. Teachers within REAch2 belong to a national community of professionals, and benefit from a wide range of networks and development opportunities across the Trust. In time, our best teachers are able to work across schools, develop specialisms and step up to leadership roles within and beyond their own academy. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike.

REAch2 benefits from the involvement of leading educationalists, including our board member Professor John West-Burnham, and strong links to prestigious institutions such as the Institute of Education.