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Class Teacher - Full-time

Aycliffe Community Primary School, Dover

  • Ref:KCC886-2454-131T
  • Posted:11/09/2023
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:January 2024
  • App Close Date:10/10/2023 at 16:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Do you want to make a difference to children’s learning?

An enthusiastic temporary teacher is needed to take responsibility for a mixed year group class (years 3 and 4) from the start of term 3 until August 31st 2024 (with a possibility of extending to January 2025), to cover a maternity leave.

We are looking for someone who has a passion to develop pupils' learning and is innovative in enhancing the learning environment. We require a reflective teacher who is caring and tolerant who will embrace the school’s approaches to collaborative learning. 

In return we will be committed to your professional development.

ECTs are welcome to apply for the post and will be supported to ensure a successful start to their teaching career.

Aycliffe Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and of qualifications.

The school may bring the closing date forward if sufficient applications are made to this advertised post. 

Information about the school

Aycliffe Community Primary School is a warm, inclusive school located in Dover, dedicated to making a difference to every child’s learning. Guided by our vision, “Make a Difference to Learning,” we foster values of caring, tolerance, passion, reflection, and innovation, helping pupils grow into confident, creative, and compassionate learners.

Our Grounds

Set within spacious, well-maintained grounds, Aycliffe offers children a safe and stimulating environment.

Our facilities include: - A modern, child-friendly playground. - A dedicated outdoor learning classroom for hands-on exploration. - Plans for a fully accredited Forest School and a thriving garden, encouraging environmental awareness and outdoor education.

Our Curriculum We deliver a broad and balanced curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum, enriched by our ethos as a UNICEF Rights Respecting School (Gold Award).

Our approach combines: - Thematic, project-based learning to embed core values and British values. - Strong foundations in literacy and numeracy with daily reading, writing, and maths. - Subject enrichment in science, humanities, arts, and modern foreign languages, ensuring pupils develop knowledge, skills, and cultural understanding. - A focus on learning language words like: resilience, perseverance, and collaboration, helping children reflect on and drive their own learning.

Our Ethos As a trauma-informed school, we prioritize inclusion and well-being, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and supported. Aycliffe has been recognised as a Good school by Ofsted and proudly holds the UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting Award.

At Aycliffe, we believe education extends beyond the classroom. Through our caring community, inspiring curriculum, and engaging outdoor spaces, we prepare pupils to thrive academically and personally, ready to make a positive impact in the wider world.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01304 225507

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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.