Class Teacher

St Lawrence CofE Primary School, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9UY

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Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
24 March 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 March 2023

Job details

Job role: View all Teacherjobs
View all Suitable for early career teachersjobs
Visa sponsorship: No, visa sponsorship not available
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: View all Full timejobs - 32.5 hours
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: M1-M6 depending on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Experience and Knowledge

Evidence of consistently good teaching/ teaching practice in KS1 or KS2
Evidence of good pupil progress and an understanding of how data can be used to support learning
A thorough understanding of teaching in Key Stages 1 and 2 and of how to stretch more able pupils, particularly when teaching reading, writing and number skills
Knowledge and understanding of what constitutes a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum
Good understanding of the use of AfL to develop learning
A willingness to lead extra-curricular activities

Ability to create a classroom environment that is organised and accessible to all children

Professional Skills

Be extremely well organised and able to complete all school planning, preparation and assessment to a high standard
Have high expectations of what all pupils can achieve
Work with others, to plan and deliver positive outcomes for pupils
Present and communicate effectively to parents, both orally and in writing

Have good ICT skills and understand how computing can be used to support learning

Personal Attributes

Adaptability to embrace change
Ability to motivate and inspire confidence in pupils, colleagues and parents
Energy and enthusiasm
Reliability and integrity

Self motivation, initiative and the ability to set personal goals

What the school offers its staff

St Lawrence C.E. Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and creative primary school located just 10 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in the beautiful South Downs village of Hurstpierpoint. We value the individual strengths and needs of each individual child and use these to plan for meaningful and supportive learning experiences for the children. Our wonderful school site includes a woodland area, field, astro-turf pitch and swimming pool, which enrich the opportunities offered across the broad and balanced curriculum.

We have over 600 children on-roll from EYFS to Year 6, arranged into three classes in each year group. We are seeking to appoint a class teacher to join our staff team. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers. In particular, experience in Key Stage 2 would be an advantage.

We are blessed with a very supportive and welcoming staff team, who work closely together to share good practice and embrace innovation. Professional development is a priority for the school, with opportunities for career progression and recognised leadership training and qualifications.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity or arrange to visit the school, please contact the school office to book onto one of our tours.

Commitment to safeguarding

At St Lawrence CE Primary School, we take our role in ensuring the safeguarding of young people very seriously. Safer recruitment checks are in place when recruiting to all roles with our school.

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