EYFS Reception Class Teacher

Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 0PY

21 days remaining to apply

Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
31 October 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
7 October 2024

Job details

Job role: Teacher
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Fixed term - Till 31st August 2025
Pay scale: M1 to UPR3

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors wish to appoint an energetic, inspirational, committed and experienced EYFS teacher to the staff team. This will be a temporary appointment until August 2025 when the position will be reviewed alongside a budget review.

We are looking for someone who:

Demonstrates outstanding practice.

Has a good knowledge of EYFS.

Has experience in EYFS.

Has high expectations of self and is highly committed.

Has high expectations of pupil achievement and an understanding of how all children learn best.

Has excellent behaviour management skills.

Is highly motivated.

Approaches curriculum development creatively.

Has good interpersonal skills and can work as part of a team. Can contribute to the wider life of the school.

Will support and enhance the strong Christian tradition and ethos of the school.

Embodies our Christian values and principles (attached) in their teaching and relationships with pupils and adults.

Is resilient, hard-working and committed to continuously improving their own teaching practice.

Is an excellent member of a team, fostering good relationships.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached

Closing Date : 31st October 2024

Shortlisting : 1st November 2024

Interviews : 7th November 2024
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).
If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.
Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

What the school offers its staff

A supportive and caring ethos based on the values of the Christian faith.
Supportive parents and Governors and strong links with the local parish community.
Well motivated, well behaved pupils who are enthusiastic to learn and enjoy coming to school.
A well-resourced and attractive working environment.
A supportive team committed to your professional development.
A wellbeing package.

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.