Job Description

Required January 2017

Year 3/4 Class Teacher - maternity cover

Fixed Term contract until August 2017

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated Key Stage 2 teacher to cover maternity leave in our mixed Year 3/4 class.This is a fixed term contract initially until August 2017.

We are a friendly, forward thinking, oversubscribed school recently rated by Ofsted as 'Good' with Outstanding features. (April 2016)

In our school " ….pupils are well behaved in lessons and have good attitudes to learning…… they show respect to adults and each other, engaging politely and confidently."

and there is

"….. a rich learning culture that places the needs of the children at its heart. Children want to do well and please their teachers by doing their very best work. "

(Ofsted April 2016)

We are looking for a teacher:

• with passion, commitment and skill;

• whose practice demonstrates creativity, combined with a clear understanding of how children learn;

• with willingness to lead a curriculum area

In return we can offer you:

• a friendly and supportive team;

• enthusiastic children who are keen to learn

• high levels of additional classroom support

• excellent professional development opportunities, including development of leadership skills

• the opportunity to be innovative and creative in your teaching

• a well-resourced learning environment

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office via email or phone to arrange a visit. Please make all applications online, using the standard Essex County Council application form

We are committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment procedures and appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, disqualification declaration and an enhanced DBS check.