The Governors wish to appoint a temporary full-time class teacher to join our hardworking, committed and friendly team from 1st September 2021. This is a fixed term post for one term to cover maternity leave.

We are an innovative and forward-thinking school and have a calm, happy ethos with pupils who are enthusiastic and eager to learn. The successful candidate would be supported by friendly, professional colleagues who are very committed to their jobs, offered access to high quality professional development and given the scope to be creative in the learning taking place in their classroom.

Our ideal candidate would have:

The creativity and ability to inspire children

A genuine desire to make a difference to children’s lives

A willingness to ‘go the extra mile’

A positive attitude to teamwork

An understanding or experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage

In return, Werrington can offer:

A warm, friendly environment where staff and pupils are dedicated to the outcomes of ‘every child matters’

 Interested, motivated, well behaved pupils

Supportive and relevant professional development

A positive attitude to staff wellbeing with a sensible workload and an emphasis on a healthy work/life balance

Our promise to all our pupils,

Every day at Werrington Primary School we are working hard to make sure that you will:

We have every opportunity to become successful learners who enjoy being challenged in your thinking and are willing to take risks in your learning.

 know what it feels like to be good at something and have achieved your very best.

 understand just how incredible you are, believe in yourself and have confidence and resilience to follow your dreams.

have known friendship and learned how to get along well with other people.

work and play in an environment where everyone is valued and respected.

know how to keep a healthy body and a healthy mind.

feel part of your community, proud of your school and inspired to make a difference.

This successful candidate will be an exciting teacher who is passionate about making a difference to children's lives.

We would very much like you to visit our school, to meet the staff and children and to discuss the post. Please call to make an appointment 01782 980010.

To apply for this post, application packs can be requested from the school via email: office@werrington.staffs.sch.uk

Please return your completed application directly to the school.

Closing Date: Friday 14th May 2021

Candidates who are short-listed will be contacted by e-mail.

Interview Date: Tuesday 18th May 2021

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the DBS. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.disclosuresdbs.co.uk This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered. Further information is available at: www.gov.uk/government/publications/acceptable-right-to-work-documents-an-employers-guide