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Experienced Teacher required for fixed term maternity cover for 2 - 3 terms
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September 2024 start
Mersea Island School is a large, friendly and well-respected primary school, which was graded strongly as good by OFSTED in March 2023. It occupies a special position at the heart of a unique island community.
We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our friendly and committed staff.
The ideal candidate will have:
· High expectations of pupils' achievements, attainment and behaviour.
· An enthusiasm to embrace and enhance our creative curriculum.
· Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute to the team.
· A strong commitment to our core values: Community, Aspiration Respect and Enjoyment
The school offers a full induction programme, continuing professional development and the opportunity to work within an established and highly supportive team.
The governors expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding children. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to successful DBS checks.
Please contact Mrs T Wright (Headteacher) via office@merseaschool.org for more information. Visits to the school are welcomed.
Information about the School
Mersea Island School currently has 380 pupils aged 2-11, this includes a nursery with capacity for up to 48 children. It is the only school on the island, serving a closely knit community. The school is located on Mersea Island, off the coast of Essex and close to Colchester. The area surrounding the school in the town of West Mersea is semi-rural. The island is famous for its oyster cultivation and traditional fishing boats, and has a history of sailing. Pupils derive from a very mixed social background, and many of the pupils have parents and grandparents who attended the school.