Ks2 Teacher - Full-time

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-2117-130T
• Posted:31/03/2020
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:01.09.2020
• App Close Date:15/04/2020 at 16:00
• Interviews:W/C 20.04.2020

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If you share the same passion for improving the life chances of children and young people and would be interested in working for Dartford Bridge Community Primary School, a school looking for rapid improvement, then we look forward to hearing from you!  We are searching for a passionate and enthusiastic teacher, to join our team in September 2020. We welcome applications from somebody looking to make the next step in their career development or a Newly Qualified Teacher, who is committed to developing the delivery of a creative and inspirational curriculum to all our wonderful children.

Take a look at this short video with our children talking about their time at DBCPS. This is just a snippet of how our children view our school and what you could look forward to by becoming part of our growing and supportive team.

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We are part of Cygnus Academies Trust, and have a supportive and enthusiastic team of school leaders, teaching staff, support staff and governors who, together, are committed to moving the school forward on its journey of school improvement. We believe in nurturing and developing our staff, supporting them to achieve their goals and career progression, through peer support, coaching and CPD.

Applicants should:

• have qualified teacher status;
• use effective behaviour strategies in and outside of the classroom;
• be a good/outstanding classroom practitioner;
• have high expectations of themselves and their pupils;
• make effective use of assessment for learning and have an inclusive approach that enables children to flourish;
• be able to foster positive, supportive relationships with children, parents, staff and the wider community;
• be committed to continual professional development;
• be successful in demonstrating highly effective KS2 classroom practice;
• have high expectations of what pupils can achieve and successful behaviour management skills;
• be a fun and lively character who develops good relationships with all children;
• work effectively within a diverse team and to engage with the friends and families of DBCPS.

We can offer:

• Friendly supportive staff, governors and a welcoming community;
• Happy, enthusiastic, well behaved children who are eager to learn;
• A commitment to your professional development;
• Fringe pay allowance;
• Private Benenden Health Care

Information about the school

At DBCPS we ensure that our children receive the best education, focussing on building independence, determination and self-belief. Our BRIDGE values are at the heart of everything that we do. Encouraging children to Believe in themselves, Respect each other, show Independence, be Determined, Grow together and demonstrate Excellence.

Our engaging, exciting and creative curriculum, encourages children to become life-long, resilient learners who are well prepared for their future as self-motivated and independent citizens of the world. As a community school, we build strong relationships and partnerships to ensure we know all our families well and how best to support them.

We are very proud of our school and hope that you will contact us to arrange a visit so that you can see for yourself. We are located on The Bridge Learning and Community Campus. We see ourselves as part of the local community and we strive to make local and international links to support both learning and citizenship at our school.

Cygnus Academies Trust

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School is part of Cygnus Academies Trust who are a group of friendly, like-minded schools, working together in the best interest of all our children. Driven by a desire to collaborate at every level, with an emphasis on staff development and opportunities for all. Cygnus Academies Trust schools really are a fantastic place to work and learn.

Our approach is to allow all schools to retain and celebrate their uniqueness. While ensuring; great teaching and learning, strong leadership and management, effective local governance, curriculum expertise, visionary business and financial management.

Safer Recruitment

Cygnus Academies 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:School Office
• Address:Dartford Bridge Community Primary School, Birdwood Ave, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5GB
• Telephone: Tel: 01322 470678
• Email: office@dbcps.kent.sch.uk