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Lead Teacher - KS2
(MPS/UPS + Fringe) plus TLR2e (£4,146)
Required for January 2018
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher to join a highly motivated team in an outstanding school (Ofsted, April 2012) and a National Teaching School since 2013. We are seeking a dynamic teacher with high expectations and a happy disposition. You will need to have a strong track record of (at least) good teaching and excellent pupil progress rates. NQT's are welcome to apply. This position will also involve the leading of Maths across the school in collaboration with our Maths Team.
We set high standards for the quality of teaching and will support you to become an outstanding teacher through the provision of outstanding professional development including opportunities for outreach through the Teaching School, Catalyst Academies Trust and ITT support work.
Informal visits to the school are welcome, please contact the school on 01708 852128. Application packs are available on our school website, www.dilkesacademy.org.uk in our latest news section. Application forms should be sent direct to the school.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to satisfactory references, health check and a successful enhanced DBS.
Closing date: Monday 30th October 2017 - Midday
Interview date: Tuesday 31st October 2017
Information about the School
Our pupils are aged 3 – 11, ranging from Nursery to Year 6, and mainly live in the area surrounding the school.
At Dilkes we want our children to be happy, confident and to share a passion for learning. We help them to achieve highly and make outstanding progress.
We value every child and ensure that we foster the individuality of their interests and experiences. Our bespoke curriculum is carefully planned to enable us to teach all the National Curriculum subjects in a creative and inspiring way. We engage children in a range of activities that enable them to develop their knowledge and skills, and equip them for life beyond school.
We are very proud of the achievements of our pupils, and this pride is echoed by the pupils themselves. We strive to continue to build on the outstanding provision that Dilkes Academy offers.
"We strive to ensure high achievement and a happy educational experience for every child."