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Are you ready to make a real difference in children's lives? At St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill, part of the Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, we're looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join our supportive team. The position starts in September 2025, initially for one year to cover a period of maternity leave. Whether you're an Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to kick-start your journey or an experienced teacher seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please copy the link below into your browser for futher information and apply for this vacancy.
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/145599/EDV-2025-SJCEVCPSBH-65340
We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who:
- Have, or are about to achieve, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Are committed to giving children the very best opportunities to learn and thrive.
- Are reflective, motivated, and eager to develop their skills.
- Are excited about creating engaging lessons and building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
In return we can offer ECT's:
- Outstanding mentoring and a structured induction program to help you build confidence and succeed in your first role.
- Opportunities to connect with other ECTs across EFSPT to share ideas and experiences.
- A friendly, welcoming environment where you'll feel encouraged to ask questions and grow as a teacher.
Experienced teachers
- Friendly experienced team
- Excellent CPD and the opportunity to draw on the knowledge and expertise of staff across 16 schools.
- Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme
- A wellbeing package including an annual term time wellbeing day and Employee Assistance Programme
Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust (EFSPT) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS check and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed. Online searches are conducted on all shortlisted candidates. EFSPT is committed to equality, and to making fair and equitable treatment an integral part of everything we do.
Information about the School
Welcome to St John's C of E Primary School
St John’s is a traditional school for the 21st Century. At St John’s we pride ourselves on our high standards in all areas of school life. As Head Teacher, I am proud to lead a dedicated and well-qualified team of staff, who are committed not just to high academic standards, but also to developing the whole child. Our vision, ‘Life in all its Fullness’ John 10:10 embodies our belief in enriching the children’s school experience as much as possible.
We take pride in both our excellent academic record and the musical, artistic and sporting achievements of our children. Furthermore, our school values of Achievement, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility, Forgiveness and Resilience develop both character and attitude, ensuring that our children leave St John’s happy, well rounded and prepared for their next step in education.
St John’s School aspires to be a community in which;
There is an atmosphere of confidence, striving for excellence and an enjoyment of learning.
adults and children are valued equally.
individual needs are recognised and supported.
Our long-term aim is to prepare our pupils to play a full part in a fast-changing, democratic and multi-cultural society and to prepare them for the next phase of their education.
We are part of The Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust of fifteen Primary Schools and one Special School all based in the Epping Forest District. Along with our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training), School Improvement Team, Well-being Service and Resourced Provisions based in three of our schools, we are a leading educational organisation in Epping Forest.
EFSPT was formed in 2018 from a consortium of schools that had worked together for over 20 years, and are committed to collaborative working to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and school communities. The schools maintain their identities but work in a highly collaborative manner supported by a small but very experienced Central Team.
Our Mission is to provide an exceptional education that is inclusive and challenging for all and which provides wider opportunities for the children within the EFSPT to flourish.
EFSPT is committed to Trauma Perceptive Practice; the Essex approach to understanding behaviour and supporting emotional well-being. Being trauma-perceptive means that through our values, policies and practice, we are able to effectively support the children, families and communities in our Trust, creating spaces of belonging and safety that enable everyone to flourish, become resilient and learn.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding our schools’ communities. The appointment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
Jonathan Furness
Head Teacher