Class Teacher 0.8 - Full-time/Part-time

Bethersden Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2278-136T
• Posted:21/04/2025
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:1st September 2025
• App Close Date:12/05/2025 at 07:00
• Interviews:Wk beg. 19th May

Advert

We are recruiting for a Key Stage Two teacher to join our friendly, welcoming village school and be a part of the fantatsic team who work here.

At Bethersden Primary School, children are at the heart of everything we do. We are very lucky to have a highly skilled, committed team who go above and beyond to ensure that our children feel safe and secure, enjoy their time at school and benefit from an excellent education. We are looking for a candidate who will compliment our team, united by the same central belief, that everything we do is driven by wanting the very best for our children.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• believes in high expectations for child, no matter what their background or needs- because we believe in our children and their ability to succeed
• is a team player, who looks to learn from others and share best practice
• is a reflective practitioner, who is always looking to improve
• has strong interpersonal skills- including humility and being a good listener
• exudes warmth and optimism- bringing positivity and a sense of humour
• will go the extra mile, adopting an 'all hands on deck' mentality when needed
• will be a champion of our children- always driven by doing the very best by them. 

We can offer:

• a school full of enthusiastic, motivated, friendly children
• colleagues who are warm and welcoming, and who work collaboratively
• supportive parents and governors
• a comprehensive and ambitious curriculum, with planning supported by a number of well chosen schemes to benefit workload
• a school which benefits from being part of a village community
• a SLT who support a positive work life balance, lead by example and favour a common sense approach in all we do. 

For candidates who may not have considered a small school before- a small school offers every teacher the opportunity to make a big impact. If you are driven by the opportunity to make a tangible difference, we might just be the school for you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly recommend that candidates visit the school before applying- please arrange a visit by emailing Rebecca Heaton, at headteacher@bethersden.kent.sch.uk 

Our school is committed to equality as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Information about the school

We are a small, friendly, village primary school with 118 children taught in 5 classes. Our rural location just off the A28 between Ashford and Tenterden means we serve families from the village and the wider area. We have received a Good grading in our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2023).

Our large site has extensive grounds, which includes a gardening area and large playing field.

We have a friendly, dedicated staff who work seamlessly together as a team, ensuring our children excel through a focus on quality first teaching and pastoral support.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Ms Rebecca Heaton
• Address:Bethersden Primary School, School Road, Bethersden, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3AH
• Telephone: (01233) 820479
• Email: office@bethersden.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 820646

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• BPS Job Description- Class Teacher
• BPS Person Specification- Class Teacher
• BPS Child Protection Policy
• BPS Ex Offenders Policy