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Nursery Class Teacher - Full-time

Swingate Primary School, Chatham

  • Ref:KCC887-2549-68T
  • Posted:19/05/2023
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:1st September 2023
  • App Close Date:06/06/2023 at 15:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Are you excited about teaching and keen to make a difference? Have you got experience of teaching in the Early Years or Nurseries? Are you passionate about improving the life chances of all pupils?

If you are an excellent teacher who is positive, driven and enthusiastic this could be the role for you.

We are seeking to appoint a full time, qualified (QTS) enthusiastic, positive and dedicated teacher who is committed to our mission of providing an outstanding education which encompasses our values of ‘Academic, Emotional and Physical Success’ by planning a broad and balanced curriculum to give our young learners the best start in life. We want an inspirational teacher to join the Swingate Nursery Team to help our children foster a love of learning, to take risks and grow and develop with curiosity in a safe and stimulating environment. This is an exciting, yet challenging opportunity which will enable the successful applicant to work with an incredible team of passionate Level 3 Practitioners who work hard every single day to provide the highest quality care for all of our Rainbow children.

The Bluebell Federation achieves outcomes that are at or above national average. Staff are committed to achieving strong outcomes by developing the children to be active learners, engaged in all tasks. Pupils feel safe in school and value the opportunities given alongside the support of teachers and other adults.

Staff are very positive about their work in the school and morale is high. Our four-character values: ‘Resilience, Empathy, Bravery and Responsibility’ underpin the work of our friendly staff and our well planned, bespoke and up to date curriculum.

Our nursery is open from 9am – 3pm, offering 15 and 30 hour funded places as well as extra hours to those who would like it. Our nursery is very popular within the local community.

 The Role (will include/require):

  • Class teacher responsibility in the Nursery with planned release each week to support planning, preparation and assessment.
  • High expectations of behaviour and wellbeing of all pupils.
  • Planning collaboratively with other experienced teachers.

The person (must):

  • Have QTS status.
  • Have a desire to professionally improve.
  • Want to work as part of a hardworking, dedicated and cohesive team.
  • Proven track record of raising standards.

 

Interview Date TBC 

Closing date for applications:  Tuesday 6th June 2023

Please contact our Business Manager, Liz to organise a tour of the school: stame019@swingate.medway.sch.uk

This is warmly encouraged.

For more information on the life of Swingate please visit our website, YouTube channel and Twitter page. 

Website: www.swingate.medway.sch.uk

Twitter: @SwingatePrimary

YouTube: Swingate Primary

Swingate Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and an enhanced DBS check and supportive references will be required for the successful applicant.

Information about the school

We are a brilliant, large three-form entry (including a Nursery), inclusive, successful school with extensive woodland grounds and friendly staff. We aim to inspire our children to be Brave, Resilient, Responsible and Empathetic. Our curriculum is child-centred, creative and progressive.

We are part of the Bluebell Federation comprising of Swingate and Horsted Schools.

Our teachers work collaboratively to reduce workload and we have an impressive sporting profile. We are a Jigsaw Flagship school and staff and pupil well-being is valued and promoted. Swingate has a strong leadership team that welcomes and encourages children and staff to reach their true potential. Check out our Twitter account: @SwingatePrimary.

We offer a fantastic wellbeing package including a pension scheme, carefirst and training and development opportunities

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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.