KS2 Classroom Teacher

KS2 Classroom Teacher

The Merton Primary School

Fixed Term until August 2025

Contracted Hrs: 60%

Salary: MPS/UPS

Start Date: January 2025

Are you an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment?

Are you looking to further your experience in Key Stage 2?

Would you like to be part of a strong supportive team committed to learning that ‘Makes a Difference’ to pupils and the world they live in?

If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join The Merton Primary School as a KS2 Classroom Teacher on a part time, fixed term basis working Mondays to Wednesdays in Year 3. The Merton Primary School is a fantastic place to work where we all aim to Make a Difference to the lives of our children across school.

We would strongly recommend that you come and visit the school prior to applying to see our staff and children in action and envision how you can come and Make a Difference to our school.

We are looking for an individual to come and join our enthusiastic, talented and dedicated staff team to be part of this vision. You would be joining a strong Year 3 Team who enjoy working in this key year group where the children build upon the strong foundations of their Key Stage 1 learning and start their journey through Key Stage 2 where they deepen their knowledge and spread their learning wings to excel across the curriculum.

We are looking for someone who has the passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning with the commitment to go the extra mile for all children and ‘Make a Difference’. The successful candidate will be a team player with a flexible mindset and ability to gel with an established Year 3 team; and have the dedication to the achievement of all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils.

The role of Classroom Teacher is a rewarding one with the opportunity for professional autonomy within the role to create the classroom environment that enables development. The school have a commitment to high quality CPD and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead an area of the curriculum linked to their skills and interests. We are heavily focussed on trying to ensure that work life balance for teachers is manageable, this is under regular review.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS status

• Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses pupils’ learning and achievements

• Be an excellent communicator and able to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders

• Be a team player – whilst it is important as a Classroom Teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount to the role

In return we offer:

• Opportunity to work within a supportive team

• Access to the Bradgate Learning Alliance to share best practice, learn and network with other colleagues

• Opportunities for career development with access to professional development, apprenticeships and training schemes

• Access to the generous Teachers Pension Scheme

• Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)

• Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme

• Opportunity for an annual flu vaccination

Applications

If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Headteacher, Patrick Betts prior to applying:

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

Application Closing Date: 9am, Monday 11th November 2024

Provisional Interview Date: Friday 15th November 2024

We look forward to receiving your application!

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

WE ARE ALL UNIQUE…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.