KS2 Teacher - Full-time

Greenlands Primary School, Darenth

• Ref:KCC886-2062-87T
• Posted:15/09/2017
• Pay:MPS/UPS or TLR for the correct candidate
• Start Date:Jan 2018
• App Close Date:13/10/2017 at 12:00
• Interviews:Wb 18.10.17

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Year 3 Class Teacher

We are in the very fortunate position to be looking for an outstanding teacher, who will help us to maintain our strong practice within Year 3. We are a rapidly growing forward looking school that is prepared to try things differently to support all to make progress.

In our last Ofsted inspection in 2015 we were graded good in all areas. We have had new leadership in place since April 2017 and they are keen to improve on the practices within the school.

Our children request an energetic, highly motivated, dynamic and forward thinking teacher who places them at the centre of school life, with high expectations of pupil's achievement and behaviour, ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

As a Class Teacher you will have:

• A proven track record of outstanding teaching and is able to inspire and lead others
• High personal and professional standards, drive and energy with a teaching ability to provide a role model for all
• Passion and tenacity to make a real difference to pupils across all subject areas and the ability to help children go further than they think possible!
• A commitment to being a strong classroom practitioner and can work effectively in a team
• Excellent communication skills, developing the potential of all of our children
• A new school based curriculum with a focus on high quality outcomes, speaking skills and is linked to real life jobs

Our children deserve the very best so the successful candidate will:

• Have a commitment and determination to champion our children to meet their potential
• Be willing to go above and beyond for the sake of our children and our school
• Demonstrate pride in themselves, their work and how they help children to learn
• Bring joy to their classroom, their school team and the wider school.

In return, we can offer:

• Amazing children, who are well behaved, enthusiastic and keen learners
• A hugely supportive, committed and friendly staff team, leadership and Governing Body
• A commitment to staff Continued Professional and Learning Development and your wellbeing

If you share our Vision and Values and you are excited by this amazing opportunity, empowering you to make a real difference to pupil achievement, please contact the school office or Mr Graham Ward (headteacher@darenth.kent.sch.uk) to arrange a visit or an informal conversation on 01474 703178

Information about the school

Greenlands Primary School a place where every child has a champion!

Every child and member of staff becomes part of our Greenlands family, from the very first day they join us to the day they leave. Our overarching aim is to foster in every child a love of learning, a curiosity about their world and a desire to be the very best version of themselves.

We believe that positive relationships are at the heart of what we do. Through these relationships we nurture an understanding of each other, diversity and how these positively impact on society.

We promise to work tirelessly to champion the needs of every child in our care. We will ensure that they enjoy a stimulating and inclusive education, where learning is irresistible and exciting and offers new, enriching, fulfilling experiences, that open the doors to the world beyond our school.

Information about the trust

Cygnus Academies Trust is a growing family of schools that we nurture and support to be the best that we can be. Everyone in our family is our responsibility and we value how unique every individual and school is. We provide the tools, strategies and knowhow to enable everyone to flourish. Our aim is to give everyone in our family, irrespective of background, the learning and experiences needed to give them the life chances that were once the preserve of privilege.

Safer recruitment

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs will not be accepted, and you are required to complete the application in full giving details of all employment, training and gaps in employment. Cygnus Academies Trust reserves the right to reject incomplete application forms and any consistencies or anomalies will be explored at, or prior to, interview.

Any offer of employment is subject to pre-employment checks including a satisfactory ‘Enhanced with Barred List Check’ through the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will require two satisfactory references; one of which must be your line manager in your present or most recent employment. References will be requested prior to interview so please ensure that your referees are available to provide a reference.

Equal Opportunities

Cygnus Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion who welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. All people who work and study at our Trust have the right to be respected and valued within a safe and secure environment and not to be discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jenny Baker
• Address:London Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5FW
• Telephone: 01322 224 201
• Email: HR@cygnus.org.uk