Year 1 / 2 Class Teacher

We have a vacancy for a Y1/2 Class Teacher to work at our school as a part time job share for 2 days a week. We are looking for someone who is an outstanding individual, committed to ensuring the children within their care achieves and makes good progress. 

Working with a mixed Year 1/2 class, the successful candidate will:

• Support the Christian ethos of our school
• Have high expectations for children’s progress and achievement
• Take an innovative and creative approach to curriculum planning
• Have a passion for developing children’s skills in reading, writing and mathematics
• Have a clear understanding and working knowledge of the 2014 National Curriculum and assessment
• Be able to relate to parents, governors and the wider community
• Be able to successfully work alongside the whole team, communicating effectively.

Defford-cum-Besford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check DBS, formerly CRB, medical clearance, disqualification by association and suitable references.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  Please contact office manager Mrs Claire Paul to arrange and organise an application pack:

The position would suit more experienced teachers. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of an interview

Applications to be received by email only to the office email address using the Local Authority Teaching Appointment Application Form. NO CVs please

Applications close: 29^th November 2019

Interview date: TBC

Salary: Main Pay Range

Hours: Part time / Job share

Term of contract: Permanent

Required From: 6^th January 2020

Vacancy for Y1/2 Class Teacher at Defford-cum-Besford First School