Class Teacher KS2 - Maternity Cover
- Employer
- Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
- Location
- Brook Primary School, George Street, Stourbridge
- Salary
- £31650 - £43607 PER ANNUM
- Closing date
- 8 Dec 2024
- Reference
- DUDLEY/TP/631/2083
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- Sector
- Education
- Job Type
- Schools / Academies - Teaching roles, Primary School, Key Stage 2
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Working Pattern
- Standard
- Hours
- Full-Time
Job Details
Class Teacher - KS2 (Maternity Cover)
Due to one of our dedicated teachers going on Maternity Leave, the Governors are looking to appoint an outstanding class teacher who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate about making a difference and helping to improve the learning opportunities for our children.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team which is ambitious for the success of all, where children have positive attitudes and a love of learning and where staff are valued and well supported by parents and governors.
Hours: Full time
Salary: Teacher Main Pay Scale (M1 to M6)
Contract: Term time, Maternity Cover
Start date: Negotiable
We are looking for someone who:
- is passionate about teaching and learning and ensuring every child reaches their potential;
- demonstrates energy and hard work to develop their teaching skills
- is committed to establishing a positive class room experience; promoting high standards and providing effective purposeful feedback to learners
- is a highly effective team player
- enjoys supporting children and strives for excellence and enjoyment
- believes that every child should be given the opportunity to reach their true potential
- is committed to the safety and well-being of all pupils
- has excellent interpersonal, organisation, communication and time management skills
- will adhere to and support whole school policies and practices
- committed to working with parents, governors and the local community;
We can offer:
- caring, dedicated and hardworking staff
- happy, enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school and enjoy learning
- a supportive Governing Board
- a comprehensive training package to ensure all of our pupils needs can be met effectively
In our recent Ofsted (Nov 22), it was recognised that Brook continues to be a good school.
Our report states:
- Brook Primary School is a caring and safe place for pupils to make friends and be themselves. Pupils are happy here.
- Staff show care and concern towards pupils and treat them with respect.
- Leaders have high expectations for every child.
- A wide range of experiences complement the school curriculum.
- Leaders have a clear vision for what learning looks like at Brook Primary School. They know the school well.
- Staff are proud to work at the school. They feel well supported by leaders and each other.
- Leaders ensure that the teaching of reading is a high priority.
- Teachers explain new ideas and content clearly. They demonstrate the learning activities that they want pupils to complete so pupils know what is expected of them.
- There is a strong culture of safeguarding across the school. Leaders and staff understand and fulfil their responsibilities to keep pupils safe.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 8 December 2024
The full report from the inspection can be read below:
://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/103778">Ofsted | Brook Primary School
Visits to school are encouraged these can be scheduled by calling the main office on 01384 389888 (from 2 September) to arrange a visit.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.
N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk
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Attached documents
KS2 Class Teacher Person Specification.pdf
KS2 - Class Teacher Job Description.pdf
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About Dudley Council
It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve.
At Dudley Council we have a ‘one council’ ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities.
We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of ‘Forge a Future for all’ www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk
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In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:
• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents
We want to leave a legacy of a better future for the borough that reflects Dudley borough’s potential and harnesses the ambitions of the people we serve. For more information see our Council Plan www.dudley.gov.uk/council-community/plan-policies-and-strategies/council-plan, Dudley Borough Vision for 2030, Forging a Future for All www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk and key information about the borough and its communities at All about Dudley Borough www.allaboutdudley.info
- Website
- http://www.dudley.gov.uk/
- Telephone
- 01384 811300
- Location
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Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Council House
Priory Road
Dudley
West Midlands
DY1 1HF
United Kingdom
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