An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding teacher to join St James C of E Primary School, where pupils ‘are exceptionally happy, as are staff and parents’ (Ofsted Oct 2019). This is a temporary position until August 2024, with the possibility of becoming permanent. We are able to recruit a full or part time teacher for this role.
St James is situated in the heart of Weybridge and we are proud to be a school that serves the community and offers children an excellent primary education and experience. We would like to recruit a highly skilled and creative practitioner to join our St James family to nurture and inspire our children. The successful candidate will be caring and supportive to the needs of the children, be committed to our safeguarding responsibilities and work with the St James team to ensure all children become the 'best they can be'.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of an extremely motivated, forward thinking team with a strong vision for the school and its pupils. We are looking for a positive and committed team player, who can contribute to our engaging, varied and rich curriculum and lead a subject effectively. We warmly welcome applications from ECTs.
The right candidate will:
• have a secure understanding of the national curriculum and assessment process
• have high expectations for pupil progress, attainment and behaviour
• be able to use assessment data to effectively plan learning experiences
• be committed to achieving excellent outcomes for our children
• create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment
• have high standards of communication and interpersonal skills
• be flexible in their approach and be able to respond to the needs of our children and the school
• be warm and happy with a good sense of humour
We can offer you:
• salary (MPR scale point negotiable according to previous experience)
• amazing children who have a passion for learning and outstanding behaviour
• a friendly, supportive and inspirational team
• a fully inclusive school which values and celebrates diversity
• excellent CPD opportunities to support career progression
• a successful ECT support program and mentor
• dedicated subject leader time
• wonderful facilities including an extensive outside area surrounded by woodland for outdoor learning
• onsite parking
Job Requirements:
• Relevant qualification (BA QTS B.Ed or PGCE)
• Experience of working in the primary phase
If you are interested in coming to work at St James, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, so please ring the school office for an appointment.
Closing date - Tuesday 24th October at Midday
Interviews - Monday 30th October 2023