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KS1 Teacher - Full-time

Platt CEP School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-3325-131T
  • Posted:24/03/2025
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:01/09/25
  • App Close Date:30/04/2025 at 16:00
  • Interviews:6th May 2025

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At Platt Church of England Primary School, we are excited to welcome an inspiring and dedicated class teacher to join our team.

Our school is housed in a stunning building, nestled in the heart of the vibrant and community-focused village of St Mary's Platt. Here, our staff and pupils are passionate about fostering a love for learning within a supportive and nurturing environment. Rooted in our Christian vision and built on mutual respect, our school has a warm, family-like atmosphere where every individual is valued and encouraged to thrive.

We can offer you:

  • very well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
  • an amazing teaching environment - large, bright and airy classrooms with the latest technology
  • great outdoor space including a large field and dedicated forest school area
  • supportive, friendly and dedicated colleagues who work well together as a team
  • opportunities for professional development
  • supportive parents and governors
  • a commitment to supporting teacher wellbeing and workload
  • the opportunity to develop a subject area across the school - please state your interests in your application.

We are looking for:

  • a skilled and knowledgeable KS1 practitioner with a strong understanding of child development from the early years through to the end of KS1 and beyond
  • a positive, proactive, and enthusiastic teacher who builds strong relationships with pupils, ensuring their academic and holistic needs are met
  • a flexible and collaborative educator who thrives both independently and as part of a team
  • a dedicated teacher with high expectations and a firm belief in the potential of every child to succeed

Applications are welcome from ECTs and experienced teachers alike. 

If you think this could be you and want to know more about us, do please book a visit to come and see our wonderful school, staff and pupils.

Please contact via office@platt.kent.sch.uk

 

Information about the school

We are a one form entry community church of England school made up of approximately 170 kind, motivated and excited learners. Our vision is based on the parable of the mustard seed in that we aim for all children to grow, flourish and be responsible and reflective individuals. The staff at our school are valued and are expected to embrace our Christian vision and the values of Care – Learn – Forgive. Our children are confident and proud of their school and belonging to it. We believe education should not only equip children academically and emotionally but provide memories and shape our children to live 'life in all its fullness' (John 10:10).

Our school successfully completed a SIAMs inspection in July 2023 and an Ofsted inspection in October 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and to this end all staff are subject to DBS checks.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:School Office
  • Address:Platinum Way, St Mary's Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 8FH
  • Telephone: (01732) 882596
  • Email: Office@platt.kent.sch.uk

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.