Reception/Key Stage One Class Teacher - Full-time/Part-time

Harcourt Primary School, Folkestone

• Ref:KCC886-5225-167T
• Posted:23/04/2024
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:September 2024
• App Close Date:16/05/2024 at 12:00
• Interviews:ASAP

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Are you an experienced or inspiring ECT who is a skilled Reception or Key Stage One Teacher? Would you like to teach in a one-form entry, family orientated school where the children have big hearts, are eager to learn and behave well? Harcourt Primary is an OFSTED rated Good school (October 2021) that truly believes that not only does every child matter but also ever member of staff matters! 

We are looking for a fantastic teacher to come and join us in September 2024. Ideally we are looking for an experienced Reception Class teacher that  has the passion and determination to inspire our children. The successful candidate will be confident and creative, have the ability to capture children's imagination and develop a love of learning that will prepare the children for the future. 

As a school we welcome flexible working and would consider this role being a job share if two strong candidates can be employed. Please state within your application if you would like to be considered for a part-time, or full-time position. 

As a school we will provide the successful candidate with:

• High Quality Induction and CPD
• Weekly timetabled ECT and PPA time that can be taken at home
• An understanding that we all have a family life and sometimes flexibility is needed
• Supportive colleagues and an experienced induction mentor
• A supportive ethos where your contributions are listened to, valued and actively encouraged
• A friendly team of enthusiastic colleagues, and a commitment to your on-going professional development
• No unnecessary paperwork or meetings - a commitment to a work-life balance.
• No OFSTED until at least September 2025! 

If you feel we could be the school for you, please give us a call and I would be delighted to show you around our wonderful school. 

Harcourt Primary is committed to safeguarding children and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place throughout the school. 

Information about the school

Harcourt Primary is a family-orientated, one-form entry school with a private nursery attached. The school is set in extensive grounds with large playing fields, a wild garden and pond.

At Harcourt we pride ourselves in being a small school where the staff, pupils and parents all work together to give the children every opportunity to be the best that they can be. In October 2021 we were visited by OFSTED, who agreed that we are a a Good school with many strengths. Children at Harcourt are polite and well-behaved which allows all of our staff can focus on ensuring all children can learn. As a school we highly inclusive and believe passionately in supporting the whole child. We are extremely proud of our whole school community.

Everything that we do in our school in underpinned by our our key values, BELIEVE, ACHIEVE & RESPECT.

Harcourt Primary is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this same commitment. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and an on-line search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. Two references are required prior to commencement of employment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

We would be delighted to show you our happy little school.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Anthony Silk
• Address:Biggins Wood Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4NE
• Telephone: (01303) 275294
• Email: headteacher@harcourt.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01303 279176