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Salary: Teachers Main Scale
Start date: 01/09/2020
We are looking for a class teacher to join our highly talented teaching and learning team.
No two days are ever the same in our forward looking, innovative, friendly school and we are looking for a class teacher who:
• is looking to make a real difference to the lives and life chances of our young learners
• is committed to excellence in teaching and lifelong learning
• builds effective relationships with pupils, staff and students
• will support our distinctive Christian ethos and involve themselves in all aspects of school life
• enjoys collaborative planning and team working
• has a commitment to e-teaching, learning and administration
We can offer:
• a friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team
• sociable pupils, keen to learn
• supportive and active governors
• innovative I.T. resources
• spacious accommodation and extensive grounds
• town-centre location
• opportunities for significant professional development and responsibility
• the opportunity to join a school at an exciting time in its history
This post is suitable for either a newly qualified or experienced teacher.
Discussions with the Headteacher are welcomed, prior to an application being made. Please contact the school to book an appointment. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children. We expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory health, DBS check and references.
If you are interested in applying, please complete the online application form and contact the school 01206 865747 should you have any queries.
The closing date for applications is: Friday 12th June 2020
The planned interview date is: Thursday 18th June 2020
Information about the School
As a Church of England school, we have Christian Values at the centre of all we do as we teach the children how to aim high, using their skills and talents to achieve whatever they aim for.
Learning at St James’ is exciting and fun, children get messy and enjoy talking about their learning. Classrooms are vibrant and full of resources to make sure that pupils obtain the knowledge, skills and understanding that they need to thrive. Our pupils are hard-working individuals who enjoy their learning and who support each other to improve.
Our Christian school has a strong ethos to ensure pupils achieve. The school has a supportive staff team who are committed to improving learning outcomes for pupils.