Class Teacher
Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 4ENThis job expired on 15 May 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
15 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
6 May 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Recent participation in professional development activities and a willingness to undertake other training.
- A proven record as an excellent, creative teacher who motivates children.
- A variety of teaching experience across the primary age range.
- Knowledge of National Curriculum, national strategies and current developments in Personalising Learning.
- Understanding of appropriate strategies for managing pupils’ behaviour.
- A highly motivated, energetic and enthusiastic teacher who is approachable and promotes positive relationships
- Ability to relate well to children and share their interests and enthusiasms.
- Desire to share good practice and innovation.
- Sense of humour.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
What the school offers its staff
Amington Heath Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school with a strong reputation for excellence, supported by a dedicated governing body and a warm, collaborative team. As a class teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational journey of our pupils, working in a nurturing environment that values creativity, innovation, and professional growth. If you are a passionate and reflective practitioner who is committed to making a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where learning is truly an adventure.
The class teacher will be supported by a strong leadership team, including the Deputy Headteacher and Inclusion Manager, and will play a key role in both the pastoral and academic development of their pupils. While the role is class-based, there may be opportunities to contribute to wider school initiatives and to take on additional responsibilities in line with the school’s priorities and the candidate’s strengths.
The school has a well-established induction programme, and support is provided for newly appointed staff.
Commitment to safeguarding
Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance for the successful applicant.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 178 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery website
- Email address
- office@amingtonheath.staffs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01827337465
Ofsted 2024, described Amington Heath Primary School as "a friendly school where pupils build positive relationships with staff and each other." The school has "high expectations for pupils’ achievement" and aims to make learning "an adventure for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)." The school is well-led by leaders who are "passionate about providing the best all-round educational experience for the pupils," and staff feel "valued, respected and well supported to do their jobs."
During the last graded Ofsted inspection (2018) Amington Heath Primary School was found to be good in all areas with outstanding leadership. The school was praised for its "culture of high expectations and ambition" and the leadership team's "clear vision" and effective teamwork. The school offers an "ambitious curriculum" with engaging "mini-adventures" that make learning practical and enjoyable. Staff are described as "dedicated and hard-working," and the school is well-led by leaders who are "passionate about providing the best educational experience." The school community is united and proud, with parents and staff feeling well supported by leaders.
This successful and popular school has a good reputation. With 256 pupils on roll, including in Nursery, we are a small maintained primary school with 1-form of entry. Our strong and committed staff team, supported by an effective governing body, is instrumental in ensuring that the school provides an excellent education for all pupils.
Arranging a visit to Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@amingtonheath.staffs.sch.uk.
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