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Cherry Tree Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join the team in September 2025.
(We will also accept applications from experienced Teachers on the Main Pay Range).
Contract: Full time / Permanent
Salary: Main Pay Scale
Applications close: Tuesday 25th March at Midday. Interview date: Tuesday 1st April 2025.
School
Cherry Tree Primary School is one of ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.
Do you have a determination for supporting every child to achieve his or her best? Do you want to go the extra mile that makes the difference to a child's life? We are seeking to appoint a highly committed, motivated and caring ECT to join our team.
We are looking for a person who:
· has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment
· has an excellent knowledge of the National Curriculum
· has a good understanding of effective pedagogical practice and can apply this to their own teaching
· is fully inclusive of all pupils, regardless of their needs
· is resilient, passionate and excellent at building relationships
· works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice.
We can offer you:
· well-motivated children who are eager to learn
· a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
· a commitment to continued professional development and networking across our trust
· access to an experienced mentor
· a fully supported ECT induction
· access to our Employee Assistant Programme to all staff and their families
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Application
We welcome visits to the school prior to application. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office on admin@cherrytree-pri.essex.sch.uk or by phone 01268 523017.
Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
Cherry Tree Primary School and Nursery is one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.