Class Teacher

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 6AL

8 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
18 October 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
7 October 2024

Job details

Job role: Teacher
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Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern: Part time: 22.75 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: Teachers' Main Pay Scale - M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thank you for your interest in applying for the role of Class Teacher at St William’s Catholic Primary School. We are seeking to appoint a talented practitioner to join our hard working and successful team, to teach an EYFS / KS1 mixed age class. This is a permanent, part-time post for 22.75 hours per week from January 2025.

This is a fabulous opportunity for you to join us and work with a fantastic group of committed staff who believe strongly in education and working to improve the life chances of our children and young people.

The successful candidate will need to meet the following requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

Qualified teacher status
Degree
Evidence of appropriate professional development for the role of class teacher
Experience in teaching in the primary classroom (EYFS, KS1 or KS2)

SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the National Curriculum and age-related expectations
Knowledge and understanding of a variety of effective teaching and learning strategies
A good understanding of how children learn
Ability to monitor, assess, record and report children’s attainment and achievement
Ability to provide challenging learning opportunities for children with a range of needs, yet maintain their engagement
Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
Good ICT skills and knowledge, and ability to use these to appropriately support effective learning
Is willing to participate in all school’s activities and to lead/supervise extra-curricular activities

PERSONAL QUALITIES

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Excellent interpersonal skills in order to establish/maintain/develop positive relationships with all members of the school’s community
Enthuse and inspire children
Ability to work under pressure and priorities effectively
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Resilient, reliable and honest
Flexible attitude to work
Ability to prioritise effectively
Work well as part of a whole school team supporting and being supported by others
Good health and attendance record

OTHER (including special requirements)

Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people
Commitment to equality and diversity
Commitment to health and safety
Understanding and engagement with Keeping Children Safe in Education principles and guidance
Commitment to statutory requirements regarding equal opportunities, SEND, Safeguarding and Child Protection

Closing date for applications: Friday 18th October 2024 - midday
Shortlisting: Friday 18th October 2024
Interview dates: Tuesday 29th October 2024

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Main Pay Scale
Salary: M1 – M6
Contract: Permanent, Part Time
Required: 1st January 2025
Hours: 22.75 per week, 0.7 FTE

Please refer to the application pack for further details.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer a welcoming school with a caring ethos, enthusiastic, well-behaved children who are actively involved in their own learning, a dedicated and experienced staff and supportive and experienced governors.

You will be joining a dedicated staff team which enjoys the support of a committed Governing body. We have a strong culture of professional development, offering opportunities for staff to continually enhance their skills and expand their knowledge. As a proactive Governing Board, we are here to both support and challenge for the good of every child in our care, their families and our staff.

Commitment to safeguarding

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors.

All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.