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Class Teacher - Full-time

Bronte School, Gravesend

  • Ref:KCC886-6026-57T
  • Posted:16/03/2021
  • Pay:Bronte School Teaching Pay Scale
  • Start Date:September 2021
  • App Close Date:12/04/2021 at 12:00
  • Interviews:22nd and 27th April 2021

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                                                    Class Teacher - September 2021

The role of class teacher lies at the heart of the School’s academic and pastoral life. He or she oversees and guides the chlidren’s educational and general School life and supports and promotes their welfare, maintaining close contact with each child. The class teacher is usually the first port of call for parents, and contact with parents, working with them to support the child, is seen as a key part of the role of a Bronte teacher. All teachers at Bronte take on a role of co-ordination of one or more academic subjects, and, often, of additional school-wide responsibilities in other areas.

 On a personal level, the School seeks to train and develop staff through INSET and other means.

 In summary, there are three areas of responsibility:

 -              class teaching

-               subject co-ordination

-               other school duties and roles; personal development

The Person

 -  Qualifications, and Experience. The role could suit an experienced teacher or someone with less experience. NQTs are also welcome to apply.

 -  Personal Qualities. Enthusiasm and empathy with the children, academic assurance and confidence, and highly effective classroom skills are the key qualities being sought.

Terms and Conditions; Appointment Process

 -  Terms and Conditions. Terms and conditions are based upon those of a full-time teacher. Salary is   based on Bronte’s own scales. There is a pension scheme. Holidays should be taken in School holidays.

 -   Appointment Process. Applications, comprising a brief covering letter, a CV and a completed application form, should be sent by Monday 12th April 2021, to the Bursar, Miss Susan Allison (susan.allison@bronteschool.co.uk, 01474  533805), from whom the application forms are available. All applications will be acknowledged.

Interviews are planned to take place on 22nd and 27th April. There will be an opportunity for short-listed candidates to visit the School beforehand. Anyone who is giving serious consideration to an application is welcome to have a call with the Headmistress, Mrs Emma Wood. This should be arranged through the School Office Manager, Mrs Nicky Mason (nicky.mason@bronteschool.co.uk, 01474 533805).

It is expected that those being asked for interview will be informed by Friday 16th April.

Bronte School and Nursery Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. The School and the Nursery are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate for this post will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  

Information about the school

Bronte School is an independent ISI accredited co-educational preparatory school for children aged 3 to 11, located in the center of Gravesend.

The school seeks to provide high quality education, within a balanced curriculum, which nurtures development and provides the challenges needed for growth. The twin pillars of being a family school and of upholding excellence in academic life underpin the school’s ethos.

At the heart of our school is a vibrant curriculum supported by a dedicated management team that focuses on the growth of every child. We believe that true education requires both depth and variety; that’s why creative arts, sports, and humanities sit proudly alongside rigorous study in English, mathematics, and science.

The school has a Christian character and tradition, and welcomes families and staff from any background, ethnicity or religion. All within the school community are encouraged to strive to treat others as they would wish to be treated themselves.

A fundamental part of Bronte’s mission is to prepare children for their first-choice senior schools, which we have seen tremendous success in. Many of Bronte's children go to highly selective grammar schools or onto leading independent schools often with scholarships.

Bronte is a small school, of around 160 pupils, in a single class entry, with maximum class sizes of 20 pupils. The teachers are dedicated, professional and caring, and they get to know the children very well. This is a central part of the school’s family atmosphere. Pastoral care is strong, and is seen as fundamental to the children’s success, happiness and sense of self-fulfillment.

The key factor in the successful candidate is that he or she can inspire and develop the children’s best endeavors and can promote and build their education in its fullest sense.

Bronte is a privately owned school under the governance of Proprietor Fenella Clements. Alongside Headmistress Emma Wood and a dedicated Advisory Board, the leadership team ensures the highest standards of school oversight and support.

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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.