Reception Lead
Rush Common School, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 2AWThis job expired on 2 October 2023
Job start date
1 January 2024
Closing date
2 October 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 September 2023
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Scale or Upper Pay Scale if post threshold
Additional allowances
TLR2 (2) £5,023 (on current pay scales)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a candidate who:
- is an excellent practitioner, and is creative, enthusiastic, positive and motivated
- is committed to the education and well-being of all children
- is able to work well as a team player
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer you:
- Well behaved, enthusiastic children
- A friendly and supportive staff team
- A supportive and approachable Senior Leadership team and Governing Body
- Supportive parents who value your work
Further details about the role
Are you a teacher who is looking for an EYFS leadership position in a friendly and supportive school?
Rush Common Primary School is looking for an excellent Reception Lead who puts the children at the centre of their practice. We are looking for someone who is good at motivating and supporting pupils, has high standards for learning and behaviour, but who also knows how to make learning creative and fun.
Our latest Ofsted report (Nov 2021)
stated that:
‘Pupils love coming to Rush Common School. Within this nurturing environment, they are able to ‘dream, aspire and succeed’. Happiness is all around. It is as if pupils have an extended family at school’
‘Pupils are eager to do their best in lessons. They are well motivated to learn.’
‘Leaders are committed to training and developing the staff’s teaching skills. Many of those spoke of a wonderful culture where they are valued and respected’
This is an exciting time to join us. As the school continues to flourish, your contribution and commitment will be part of that future.
If you would like to find out more about the post, please email Mrs K Cox, School Operations Manager on pa@rushcommon.school
Abingdon Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. The Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from less well represented groups in the school and Trust. Posts in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and all shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose information about their previous criminal convictions. All staff are expected to promote fundamental British values.
Commitment to safeguarding
Abingdon Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
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About Rush Common School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 416 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Rush Common School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@abingdonlearningtrust.org
Rush Common is a friendly and popular two-form entry Primary School with a capacity of 420 pupils aged between 4 and 11. The school is split into three phases: Early Years Foundation Stage; KS1 Years 1 and 2; and Key Stage 2 (Years 3, 4, 5 and 6). Rush Common School converted to an Academy in March 2012 and is part of Abingdon Learning Trust. The school was awarded a Good Ofsted grading in November 2021.
Arranging a visit to Rush Common School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@abingdonlearningtrust.org.
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