2 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2024

  • Closing date

    6 May 2024 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    24 April 2024

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Maternity or parental leave cover - September 2024 to July 2025

Pay scale

M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for teachers who:

  • Are talented practitioners who place children at the centre of their practice
  • Are warm and caring towards all children
  • Are committed to raising standards with high expectations of all adults and children
  • Are dynamic and enthusiastic with a great sense of humour and who enjoy working in a team
  • Are bursting with ideas and has the capacity to involve themselves fully in the life of our school

What the school offers its staff

In return we offer:

  • A friendly and supportive staff team committed to raising standards
  • A strong commitment to further professional development
  • Fun and hard-working children
  • Undisturbed PPA time and additional time for our subject leaders
  • An exciting opportunity to be part of a caring school on its journey to excellence

Further details about the role

“Teachers always talk about how important it is to find a school that ‘feels right’ and Melbourn Primary School is that school. It is a welcoming and supportive place to work. The school is a fantastic place to work and everyone is approachable and keen to share experiences and ideas. I have loved working in an environment where you always feel you can ask, and colleagues will be more than happy to help you find the answer. Everyone is professional yet fun and friendly to work with. I have very much been made to feel part of the family since joining MPS.” (Appointed teacher)

Commitment to safeguarding

Melbourn Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and employs suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.
This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to nmulvey@melbourn.cambs.sch.uk

Visas cannot be sponsored.
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About Melbourn Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
View all Primaryjobs
School size
402 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Phone number
01763 223457

Melbourn Primary school is a warm and welcoming school on the Cambridgeshire / Hertfordshire border with approximately 400 children in 14 classes. Our children are friendly and enjoy learning. We believe that learning should be irresistible and we strive for excellence in all we do.

Arranging a visit to Melbourn Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@melbourn.cambs.sch.uk.

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