Job Description

Class Teacher (KS1 or 2) - NQT's welcome to apply.

MPS (Fringe) - Part Time applications will be accepted

Required for September 2020

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher to join the Somers Heath team. 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 will need to be enthusiastic, innovative and committed.

Somers Heath is a 2 form entry primary school and this is an exciting time to join. Our new Head of School is looking to add to the strong and experienced team in order to develop further the excellent education we offer our children. We are also scheduled to embark on a major refurbishment project which will ensure our whole building reflects the high expectations we hold. You would have class responsibility in a year group which will be finalised when we find the right teacher for our school. You will also have subject responsibility, where appropriate. Part time applications will be considered for the right candidate - Please indicate this on your application form.

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. As part of Catalyst Academies Trust, a high performing local MAT of five primary schools, you will benefit from support and shared planning. Somers Heath is also a key partner in the Thurrock Primary Teaching School Alliance and this will provide the right candidate with opportunities for career development, including outreach work and ITT support work.

In normal times a visit to the school would be encouraged but we are unable to offer this at the moment. However, please contact our School Business Manager on Paul.Smith@catrust.org.uk to arrange an informal conversation with the Head of School. We are proud of our facilities and confident that you will want to work here.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.Full DBS disclosure is required for this position.

Closing date: Tuesday 26th May 2020

Interview date: Thursday 28th May 2020 (via video conference).

Information about the School

Visits to the school are both positively encouraged and warmly welcomed. Also, you are very welcome to have an informal, confidential discussion with Martin Curtis, our Headteacher about this vacancy. Please contact our school office on 01708 853397 or admin.shps@catrust.org.uk to arrange these. We are proud of our children and our facilities and confident that you will want to work here.

This is an exciting time to join our school. Over the past few years Somers Heath has expanded to provide two classes across all years, joined Catalyst Academies Trust and appointed a new Headteacher. We hope you would like to be part of our aim to provide outstanding education for all children.

Somers Heath is situated close to the M25 and A13 road links, near The Dartford Crossing and Lakeside Shopping Centre.

Catalyst Academies Trust are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. We expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be made a conditional offer subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical check, and references. Applicants will also be required to complete a 'Disqualification by Association' declaration.