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Key Stage 2 Teacher

Employer
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Location
The Ridge Primary School, DY8 3NF
Salary
£23,720-£29,780 per annum
Closing date
8 Mar 2019
Reference
DudED00006718

Job Details

‘The Ridge Primary is a happy and friendly school. The atmosphere in school is warm and supportive, with a positive climate for learning.’ Don’t just take our word for it: this is what OFSTED has to say about us!

We are now seeking to appoint a talented teacher to join our successful school from September 2019. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team of enthusiastic, hardworking and caring teaching and support staff, who work together to create a purposeful learning environment, where everyone can succeed.

The post is ideally suited for an NQT or a teacher in the early stages of their career; we have a well-developed induction programme and we support new staff effectively, through appropriate training and the sharing of best practice.

We are looking to appoint someone who demonstrates the potential and commitment to develop their understanding of excellent teaching and learning and who:

  • is creative and able to inspire children to be enthusiastic learners
  • is ambitious for every child to achieve the best that they possibly can
  • is committed to their own continued professional development
  • has high expectations of themselves and others
  • has the desire to make a difference     
  • Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone Mrs D Hudson (Headteacher) to arrange a convenient time.

    Closing date for applications:  

    12 noon – Thursday 7th March 2019

    This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

    NB: We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised date if a large number of applications have been received.

    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.

    If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/staticpages/20563/help/. 

    If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.

    Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/

    Supporting documents
    KS2 Teacher Job Specification
    KS2 Teacher Job Description

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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

    We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities.  We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves.

    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

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    Telephone
    01384 811300
    Location
    Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
    Mary Stevens Park
    Stourbridge
    West Midlands
    DY8 2AA
    United Kingdom

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