Class Teacher - Saint John's C of E Primary School (Cheltenham)

Cheltenham

School: Saint John's C of E Primary School (Cheltenham) (Primary)
Address: Albion Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Title: Class Teacher - Saint John's C of E Primary School (Cheltenham)
Grade: Main Scale
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 11/10/2024
Interview Date: 15/10/2024
Start Date: 01/01/2025

Saint John’s is a one-form entry Church of England Primary School. We value being part of a caring and culturally diverse community. Our aim is to be a school where we all flourish, children and adults alike.

The Governing Body of Saint John’s C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a teacher. This is a permanent position; it could be starting in KS1 or KS2. An interest in Science would be desirable, but not essential. We will consider different working options, part-time or full-time, as there is some flexibility within our staffing arrangements. This will be discussed at interview but please do contact us for further information. We would also be open to discuss an exact start date.

We are looking for those who will:
• Enjoy and contribute to our school culture which focuses on being a caring community
• Form secure and supportive relationships with the children and their families
• Be willing to support the Christian ethos of the school
• Be able to enthuse and motivate so that all children flourish and learn
• Show an informed and creative approach to teaching
• Be a reflective practitioner who is able to adapt and improve their own practice
• Recognise their own development needs and be proactive in seeking support
• Have a calm demeanour and a good sense of humour
• Work effectively as a team member and can use their own initiative
• Maintain confidentiality at all times as appropriate.

We can offer you:
• A happy school with vibrant, enthusiastic and well-behaved children
• A welcoming and dedicated team of staff
• A supportive Governing Body
• A commitment to support your own professional development.

If you would like to discuss this role before applying, please do call the school and arrange a visit. The Headteacher, Mrs Victoria Beevers, would be delighted to speak with you. For more information, please contact our School Business Manager, Mrs Alexandra Mayhew, at finance@st-johns-pri.gloucs.sch.uk or call 01242 523786. Further details, including the person specification and the job description, are available on request.

Saint John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references which will be sought prior to interview. As part of our due diligence within safer recruitment, school will explore any gaps or anomalies within the application form and online searches will be carried out to help identify any incidents or issues which may need to be discussed at interview. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, a prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work. We are an equal opportunities employer. Details of the policies and procedures we have in place in school can be found on the school website.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 

 

Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply. 

Salary: Main Scale

Hours Per Week: Full Time

To Apply simply click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete the online form including attaching an up-to-date CV.