EYFS Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

New Horizons Children's Academy, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6NR

6 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2024

• Closing date

  7 May 2024 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  18 April 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Maternity or parental leave cover - TBC
• Full-time equivalent salary: £30,863 - £47,182

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require an EYFS Class Teacher to join New Horizons Children’s Academy on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave. You will be willing to take the opportunity to play a full part in the further development of our school and join us in our aims to make learning irresistible, providing a nurturing and safe environment for everyone. The ideal candidate will have experience of teaching early years or KS1 classes.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning, has a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills. They will be an Outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievements and behaviour, with the ability to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum, dedicated to ensuring that all of our children achieve their very best.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
• Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
• Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
• Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our secure staff car park.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

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About New Horizons Children's Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 639 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: New Horizons Children's Academy website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: georgina.spratt@newhorizons.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/new-horizons-children-s-academy (opens in new tab)

We are the best performing primary school in Medway, ranking well above average progress in all areas. – 2019 Department of Education Primary league table results
We are a modern three-form entry school that opened in September 2014 and teaches over 600 children from the local community. We have modern classrooms and facilities that will help the successful applicant teach an inspiring and creative curriculum to our students.

Arranging a visit to New Horizons Children's Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email georgina.spratt@newhorizons.tsat.uk.

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