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Class Teacher - Full-time

Borden CEP School, Sittingbourne

  • Ref:KCC886-3329-25T
  • Posted:03/06/2019
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2019
  • App Close Date:17/06/2019 at 12:00
  • Interviews:24 June 2019

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KS1/2 Teacher Full-time

Borden Church of England Primary School

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reflective practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team

We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Is committed to providing rich, child-centred learning experiences well matched to the needs of individual children
  • Is able to create a safe, imaginative and inspiring learning environment for young children
  • has high expectations of themselves, a keenness to develop their own practice and willingness to share their own strengths with others
  • is approachable and able to develop positive relationships with all stakeholders
  • understands and supports the Christian ethos and vision of the school
  • has a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and is willing to work hard with others in our friendly and caring team

We can offer you:

  • a strong family ethos where all are valued and wellbeing is a priority
  • happy, enthusiastic and curious children
  • the chance to be part of shaping and implementing our new and exciting bespoke curriculum
  • CPD opportunities within our school and the wider Academy Trust
  • an environment where creativity and initiative are encouraged
  • the opportunity for you to develop subject leadership skills

The position would suit an NQT or more experienced teacher wishing to work within a village school community with the additional opportunities afforded by the being within a Multi-Academy Trust.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

Borden Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Any offer or appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. 

Information about the school

Borden Church of England Primary School is a small school with 137 children across 5 mixed age range classes.  The historic 171 year old school building is situated on the outskirts of the lovely village of Borden just outside Sittingbourne and is surrounded by agricultural land and orchards.

With a strong sense of family and deeply embedded values of Love, Hope and Forgiveness, our parents, staff and children describe our school as a kind, caring and supportive place where everyone is valued and all are loved. An opinion reflected in our Outstanding SIAMS in July 2018.

With a new bespoke curriculum introduced in September 2018, this opportunity to join our teaching team arises at a very exciting time for staff and pupils at our school.

Borden Church of England Primary School is a member of the Potential in Everyone Academy Trust.

Information about the school

Borden Church of England School is a small school situated in the village of Borden, just outside Sittingbourne in Kent and we are proud to be part of Our Community Multi Academy Trust - OCMAT. We have approximately 120 pupils in 5 mixed age classes.

The children are encouraged to work hard to achieve their potential and are inspired to take pride in their achievements.

We love finding new ways to learn and improve. Our teachers, parents/carers and governors provide guidance to achieve the highest standards we all expect of each other. The school is proud of the respect we have for one another, celebrating differences and sharing similarities – which makes us a happy and secure family community of children and adults. The school builds upon the strong foundations of our Christian Values, such as Love, Hope and Forgiveness, and these are embedded within our thoughts and actions. We learn and are led by the example set by Jesus Christ and enjoy a daily Collective Worship together.

We want the children to be happy and secure here at Borden CEP where they can develop a life-long passion for learning, increase in confidence, and be equipped with the skills and knowledge for their lives ahead. Please refer to our website will give you a flavour of our school and has lots of useful information.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Josie Boland
  • Address:School Lane, Borden, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8JS
  • Telephone: 01795472593
  • Email: office@borden.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01795472593

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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.