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Key Stage 1 Class Teacher (Year 1) - Maternity

Wrotham Road Primary School, Gravesend

  • Ref:KCC886-2666-233T
  • Posted:23/03/2023
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2023
  • App Close Date:17/04/2023 at 12:00
  • Interviews:w/c 24th April 2023

Advert

We are looking for a versatile Year 1 teacher to join our team in September 2023. This role will be on a temporary contract for maternity cover, providing day to day planning and teaching whilst the permanent member of staff is on maternity leave. This post would suit a teacher early on in their career or a more experienced teacher.

This position requires someone who has already had experience as a KS1 primary teacher.

  • understands the importance of working in a team and the positive impact this can have on learning and progress for all children
  • contributes to wider school life and understands the importance of being part of a community
  • shows commitment, enthusiasm and initiative
  • has high expectations and aspirations for themselves and the children they teach
  • is willing to learn and take responsibility for their continuous professional development
  • is approachable and nurturing

 Our school has:

  • An inclusive and caring ethos
  • Fantastic children with a very positive attitude to learning
  • Supportive parents and an involved community
  • A committed and positive staff team
  • High standards of behaviour and attendance
  • Excellent support and continuous professional development.

Visits are strongly recommended and can be arranged by phoning the school on 01474 534540.

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, paragraph 220, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Early applications are encouraged and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Information about the school

Wrotham Road Primary is a large multi-cultural school in the heart of Gravesend. The school is popular and successful and in October 2022 received a "Good" in our Ofsted inspection. We believe that our school is a happy, supportive, learning environment where we endeavour to provide the best education we can. We create an atmosphere that is vibrant and organised which enhances, stimulates and motivates all who work in it.

The Golden Thread Alliance is a Multi-Academy Trust that comprises of Culverstone Green Primary School, Fleetdown Primary Academy, Meopham Community Academy, Oakfield Primary Academy, Riverview Infant School, Riverview Junior School, Temple Hill Primary Academy, West Hill Primary Academy and Wrotham Road Primary.

Each primary has its own unique character, but all subscribe to values of Respect, Equality, Courage, Integrity, Ambition and Kindness. Please visit the individual school website to find out more.

The The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Stacy Wickes
  • Address:Wrotham Rd, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0QF
  • Telephone: 07552 503395
  • Email: hr@golden-thread.org

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.