Teacher of Junior Forms

Cheltenham

This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy.

The Vacancy

Dean Close Airthrie school are looking to appoint a new Teacher of Junior Form, to start in January 2025. This is a part time role, working up to 20 hours per week during term time.

You will be experienced candidate who is able to teach a range of subjects for our Key stage 1 and 2 classes and possess a strong subject knowledge and understanding of pedagogy. Other roles and responsibilities are to include:

• To teach in a way which enables all pupils to make sound progress.
• To monitor the progress of individual pupils carefully and use this information for planning future work
• To support, encourage and inspire pupils in their learning and to discuss any pupils causing concern with the KS1 or 2 Lead
• To write subject reports on pupils as required.
• To be available for parent consultations

We are inviting applicants to apply for the role who have a qualified Teaching status (QTS) and have experience in working within a Junior School.

Dean Close Airthrie sits within Regency Cheltenham and has a Pre-prep and Prep School for children aged 4-11 (Reception – Year 6). The staff work within a very happy and supportive environment which is part of the larger Dean Close Foundation community.

We embrace all pupils, find out what makes them light-up, we instil confidence by focusing on praise and provide opportunities for them to truly flourish as themselves. Airthrie pupils step forward into their chosen senior schools as confident individuals with character.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date.  We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk for with your query.

The Foundation

Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.

Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Salary: Depending on experience

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