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''The mind that opens to a new idea never returns to its original size' - Albert Einstein
Kindness, Curiosity and Courage are our core values at Otford. Our vision is to inspire our young people to explore, discover and fly-high.
Now is the perfect time to make a positive change for the children's futures through teaching them, by helping them to return to school, by looking after their well-being, and by giving them the tools they need for their next steps in life.
Is your 'new idea' to start a new job? Are you a good learner and excited to develop the learning skills of the children you teach? Are you passionate about providing all children with the opportunity to think and to learn? If so we have a truly exciting opportunity for you!
We are looking for an inspiring teacher to join our forward-thinking team from September, 2021.
At Otford, we believe that children should be independent and innovative, resilient and resourceful. We want them to be involved in every aspect of their learning, reflect on their successes and build upon them.
Our children achieve well but we also want them to remember their learning experience at our school with a smile and with laughter. We want them to leave effective learners and well-prepared for their future. We want to celebrate every child’s achievement whether it is in Geography or Grammar, Music or Mathematics; we want a teacher who feels it is a privilege to be able to teach and learn from the children at Otford.
Otford is a fabulous place for learning because we already have:
If this intrigues you, then you may well be matched to our school! Please do feel free to contact us should you have any questions. We are now able to receive some visitors and tours of the school are encouraged. Please contact Samantha Clark, HR Assistant for details 01959 523145, samantha.clark@otford.kent.sch.uk
Candidates will be contacted week commencing 19th April if invited for interview. Interviews will be held after Easter, date to be confirmed.
Otford Primary School is located near Sevenoaks, based in the historic village of Otford. We are a two-form entry school, drawing from the village and immediate surrounding areas with committed staff and parents. We like to maximise links within the village and local community.
The School has undergone buildings and facilities development in the last few years. A large sports field and outdoor spaces are used to maximise physical activity and learning outside the classroom as well as weekly Forest School sessions off site. Please refer to our website for more information!
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and views it with paramount importance. It engages with children and staff in policy and practice developments, and proactively encourages feedback. The school requires employees to obtain a Criminal Records disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including checks against the barred list.
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