Early Years Class Teacher
Parkwood Academy, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2DX22 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
13 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
10 December 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MS 1-6/Upper Pay Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring EYFS Class Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive team at Parkwood Academy. The successful candidate will be expected to be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class/es ensuring equality of opportunity for all as well as being responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. The role offers the opportunity to complete PPA time from home.
We would be delighted to hear from you if you can:
- A degree or equivalent with Qualified Teacher Status.
- Experience of teaching across Early Years.
- A passion for learning, are creative in your approach and have the ability to encourage our children to become successful, self-motivated, happy and confident learners through engaging lessons.
- A proven track record of good or outstanding teaching within Early Years.
- A positive and inspirational approach with a real passion for making a difference.
- Ambition and have high expectations of yourself and for your pupils.
- The ability to forge and maintain positive working relationships with children and their families.
- The desire to be a valued member of a professional and supportive team.
- Good interpersonal skills and are able to work well as part of our staff and wider Academy Trust team.
- The ability to overcome communication barriers and build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- The opportunity to complete PPA time from home.
- The opportunity to join a growing Multi-Academy Trust of primary schools that collaborate closely for the benefit of all.
- Access to the "Leadership Academy," which provides high-quality professional development opportunities to all staff, empowering you to grow and excel in your role.
- The chance to work alongside a dynamic and collaborative team of classroom support, teachers, leaders, and a central team dedicated to the success of all pupils and staff alike.
- An additional holiday in October, resulting in a two-week break, enabled by an early close on every Friday, which is utilised for continuous professional development (CPD).
- The privilege of working with engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are proud to belong to our school and enjoy learning in a stimulating environment.
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme available to all employees, providing you with the support you need whenever you need it.
Flexible working opportunities
The role offers the opportunity to complete PPA time from home.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@seacademytrust.co.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Parkwood Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 224 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@seacademytrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01702 559467
Parkwood Academy is nestled in the heart of Melbourne Road, Chelmsford and is a thriving primary school within the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), a dynamic network of schools that champion collaboration and mutual support. SEAT is a multi-academy trust comprising a family of primary schools that actively work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and staff.
Arranging a visit to Parkwood Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@seacademytrust.co.uk.
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