KS1 Teacher - Full-time

Shorne Church of England Primary School , Gravesend

• Ref:KCC886-3019-34T
• Posted:20/10/2017
• Pay:MPS/UPS (possible TLR)
• Start Date:Jan 2018
• App Close Date:02/11/2017 at 12:00
• Interviews:Thursday 9th November 2017

Advert

KS1 Class Teacher

Full time, temporary

Main/Upper Pay Scale (potential TLR)

Required for January 2018

The Governors and Acting Head of School at Shorne Church of England Primary School would like to appoint a qualified, talented and enthusiastic KS1 teacher. Are you are dedicated and passionate about learning and teaching? Do you have a commitment to raising standards? Are you a good/outstanding teacher who is looking for an exciting school to continue your career at?

 We are looking for teachers who will:

• Create an inspiring and purposeful learning environment
• Value working as part of a team
• Help drive our school forward to outstanding future successes
• Have high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
• Can contribute to and support the Christian ethos of our school

In return we will offer you: 

• Governors who are passionate and committed to everyone in our school
• Incredibly enthusiastic, well behaved and motivated children
• Support and guidance from an effective leadership team
• A friendly, committed and supportive staff team
• Ongoing continuing professional development
• TLR available for an experienced teacher willing to commit to responsibilities in addition to the normal subject leadership role

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. For further details, or to arrange a visit, please contact Miss Deborah Mansfield on 01474 822312 or by email to headteacher@shorne.kent.sch.uk  

If you would like to speak to the Acting Head of School about any aspect of this post, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Tara Hewett on 01474 822312 or by e-mail to misshewett@shorne.kent.sch.uk

Closing date: Thursday 2^nd November 2017 (noon)

Interview date: Thursday 9^th November 2017

Shorne Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding. Successful candidates will be asked to complete a DBS check. All appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references, open references are not accepted.

Information about the school

Shorne Church of England Primary School, part of the Aletheia Academies Trust, is a friendly, dynamic and innovative school. We believe in ensuring that each and every member of the school community feels valued, listened to, nurtured and encouraged to see the positive impact they can have on the world. Our children are at the heart of everything we do and we strongly believe in offering each child every opportunity to develop into kind, confident, and compassionate members of society. We are a very friendly and supportive team who firmly believe in the importance of collaboration between and the well-being of colleagues, families and children.

We are located in a beautiful village setting and have 208 children. We are proud to have been graded as a good school by Ofsted in March 2023, and also good as a Church school by SIAMs in February 2018. We pride ourselves on our collaborative ethos, and should you join us we will ensure that you have opportunities for continued professional development, as well as support and friendly faces on a day-to-day basis.

The school has extensive facilities, bright, airy classrooms and attractive school grounds. We believe in the development of the whole child. Our vision - Growing Together in Learning and in Faith - reflects our strong Christian ethos and our aim for the very best for everyone within our community. Whilst we are a Church of England School, our Christian Values are lived by pupils and staff of all faiths and none. Inclusion of all is incredibly important to us at Shorne.

We are proud to be part of the Aletheia Academies Trust. We work regularly and collaboratively with our partner schools to provide a wide range of exciting learning opportunities for our children and staff.

Shorne Church of England Primary School Vision: ​

“Growing Together in Learning and in Faith” ​

To develop life-long learners that have a clear understanding of the world in which we live through the acquisition of skills and knowledge; developing their unique God-given talents which will enable them to contribute, collaborate and flourish in a global society. ​

“…grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord…” Peter 3:18

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss Tara Hewett
• Address:Cob Drive, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 3DU
• Telephone: 01474 822312
• Email: office@shorne.kent.sch.uk