Class Teacher - Full-time

Marden Primary Academy, Tonbridge

• Ref:KCC886-2183-124T
• Posted:26/03/2024
• Pay:Main Pay Scale commensurate with experience
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:15/04/2024 at 16:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Class Teacher to join our dynamic team in September 2024. This role is specifically designed for individuals who are at the beginning of their teaching career and are looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment.

As Teacher starting out in their career at Marden Primary Academy, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced educators, receive tailored professional development, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. If you will be joining us as an ECT we will provide:

• Weekly collaborative planning with your year group partner.
• Weekly ECT release time.
• Weekly mentor meetings with an experienced mentor.
• Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities.
• Support from experienced subject leaders in school and across the Trust.
• A Chromebook to use for school work.
• The opportunity to work in a recently refurbished school building.

Marden Primary Academy is committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for our students, nurturing their growth academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where both students and staff thrive. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking passionate individuals who are eager to embark on their teaching journey and grow alongside our dedicated team.

This role will be offered on the Main Pay Scale (MPS1 - £30,000).

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that cater to the diverse needs of our students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies and resources.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and supported.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to support their learning journey.
• Participate in school-wide events and initiatives to contribute to the vibrant school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant field (or currently pursuing one).
• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards obtaining QTS.
• Has a passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.
• Is enthusiastic, imaginative and forward thinking
• Has the ability to inspire, motivate and engage children to achieve and succeed
• Is able to form positive relationships with children, staff, parents and governors

Information about the school

Working at Marden Primary Academy: Marden joined Leigh Academies Trust in September 2020. The academy serves the beautiful village community of Marden in Kent and has 40 pupils in each year group. Significant proposed housing development in the local area means that there is genuine potential for future expansion.

Marden’s children are its biggest asset and they need leaders with grit, determination and passion to help provide them with a positive future. We are looking for a very special person as only the best will do for the children of Marden.

Our successful candidate will be talented and a highly motivated leader with drive and commitment to excellence as well as strong interpersonal skills. You will be joining a supportive, committed and passionate team who work hard to ensure that all of our students achieve their potential.​​​​​​​

Ethos: At Marden Primary Academy, we believe every child deserves the right to a nurturing and caring community, whose shared vision is ambitious and uncompromising. With an internationally-minded approach, we collectively challenge ourselves and one another, showing both support and resilience to continuously improve and achieve, in learning and in life.

Values: - Ready - Respect - Safe

We were awarded a 'Good' rating by Ofsted in 219 - 'Marden Primary is a calm, friendly school with a positive atmosphere. Pupils are happy and enjoy their lessons. They work hard and want to learn new things. Pupils are proud of the special experiences that the school offers. These include the chance to care for rabbits and guinea pigs. Pupils also benefit from the quiet and beautiful ‘secret garden’ in the school’s grounds.'

"We are a rural school in the heart of the community of Marden serving the village and the surrounding area. Marden is a school that welcomes everyone, with a family atmosphere and a desire to help every child do their very best. We do this through inspirational teaching with a range of exciting learning opportunities; a nurturing culture where all children feel they belong; and through working in close partnership with parents and carers." - Principal Niall Dosad

Job Contact Information

• Name:Hannah Penning
• Address:Goudhurst Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9JX
• Telephone: (01622) 831393
• Email: office@mardenprimaryacademy.org.uk

Fax: (01622) 832058

Documents

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• Class Teacher | Job Description | Marden Primary Academy