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KS1 Class Teacher
We are looking for a teacher to join our friendly, 2 form entry primary school. You will have a real "can do" attitude to teaching and school life in general. The right candidate will be NQT or experienced and have excellent subject knowledge with the ability to inspire and motivate others through their teaching. They will be a team player, but will also work well at an individual level.
In return we will offer the chance to be part of a friendly, progressive school. St John's offers:
An excellent teaching environment with a strong emphasis on staff development;
A well-organised and exciting curriculum;
A supportive team whose aim is to develop the whole child;
Well-mannered and enthusiastic children;
Supportive parents who are committed to the school and its ethos.
St John's C of E Primary School is a very oversubscribed church school, located next to Epping Forest and within walking distance of shops and the London Underground. We are also a National Teaching School and School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) hub and so pride ourselves on producing teachers of the future.
We are in the process of converting to an Academy and joining a Multi Academy Trust. This is anticipated from 01 April 2018. We are recruiting at St John's C of E Primary School, and this will be the named school.
Visits to St John's are positively encouraged and may be arranged by contacting the school office. The recruitment pack is now available for download from the website.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding our school community. The appointment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
Information about the School
Welcome to St John's C of E Primary School
St John’s is a traditional school for the 21st Century. At St John’s we pride ourselves on our high standards in all areas of school life. As Head Teacher, I am proud to lead a dedicated and well-qualified team of staff, who are committed not just to high academic standards, but also to developing the whole child. Our vision, ‘Life in all its Fullness’ John 10:10 embodies our belief in enriching the children’s school experience as much as possible.
We take pride in both our excellent academic record and the musical, artistic and sporting achievements of our children. Furthermore, our school values of Achievement, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility, Forgiveness and Resilience develop both character and attitude, ensuring that our children leave St John’s happy, well rounded and prepared for their next step in education.
St John’s School aspires to be a community in which;
there is an atmosphere of confidence, striving for excellence and an enjoyment of learning.
adults and children are valued equally.
individual needs are recognised and supported.
Our long-term aim is to prepare our pupils to play a full part in a fast-changing, democratic and multi-cultural society and to prepare them for the next phase of their education.
St John's is part of the Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust.
At St. John’s we encourage openness and warmly welcome prospective staff to visit. I look forward to welcoming you.
We are part of The Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust of fifteen Primary and one Special School all based in the Epping Forest District. Along with our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training), School Improvement Team, Well-being Service and Resourced Provisions based in three of our schools, we are a leading educational organisation in Epping Forest.
EFSPT was formed in 2018 from a consortium of schools that had worked together for over 20 years, and are committed to collaborative working to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and school communities. The schools maintain their identities but work in a highly collaborative manner supported by a small but very experienced Central Team.
Our Mission is to provide an exceptional education that is inclusive and challenging for all and which provides wider opportunities for the children within the EFSPT to flourish.
EFSPT is committed to Trauma Perceptive Practice; the Essex approach to understanding behaviour and supporting emotional well-being. Being trauma-perceptive means that through our values, policies and practice, we are able to effectively support the children, families and communities in our Trust, creating spaces of belonging and safety that enable everyone to flourish, become resilient and learn.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding our schools’ communities. The appointment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
West Essex SCITT is an outstanding provider of Initial Teacher Training.
We currently have student finance or self funded postgraduate trainee teacher vacancies available to start in September 2024 across all of our 16 primary schools.
Please visit the below website for further information;
https://www.westessexscitt.co.uk/
Jonathan Furness
Head Teacher