29 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2024

  • Closing date

    31 May 2024 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    20 March 2024

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: 32.5 hours

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

CET Q1 to Q6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Proven ability as an excellent class teacher

KS1/ KS2 experience in the last 2 years

Ability to work effectively in a team

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

A higher degree or further professional qualifications

Qualified to teach and work in the UK

Evidence of recent, relevant professional development

Proven track record of good and/or better teaching Experience of raising attainment of all pupils in a challenging classroom environment

Using a positive approach to promote excellent learning behaviour

Confident and competent user of ICT

Excellent understanding of the principles of inclusive teaching and experience of teaching children with special education needs

Evaluate the impact of teaching and the progress of all learners and modify planning and classroom practice where necessary

Know and understand what is required to safeguard children

Up to date knowledge in the primary curriculum understanding of strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and standards of results and behaviour.

Able to create a stimulating environment which promotes learning and celebrate children’s successes

Understanding of the principles underlying cross-curricular teaching and learning

Participate in School Improvement initiatives

Passionate about Teaching and Learning

Commitment to regular and on-going professional development

Displays warmth, care and sensitivity in dealing with children

Open minded, self evaluative and adaptable to changing circumstances and new ideas

Able to enthuse and reflect upon experience

Willingness to be involved in the wider life of the school

Sense of humour

Ability to work flexibly

Ability to prioritise

Good interpersonal/communication skills

Positive, growth mindset

To uphold standards in public





What the school offers its staff

  • Well-resourced facilities and IT equipment
  • Outstanding communities of staff and pupils
  • Free access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Services
  • Training and development opportunities to enhance your professional growth
  • Collaborative approach to share best practice
  • Career progression
  • Competitive remuneration with an annual pay award higher than nationally agreed percentages for Teachers
  • Private Healthcare Scheme upon completion of 1 years’ service
  • Cyclescheme
  • Teachers’ Pensions Scheme
  • Excellent CPD through joint teaching initiatives across all academies where colleagues have continual support and guidance as required


Commitment to safeguarding

John Wood School & Nursery Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to HR@chanceryeducation.com

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About John Wood School & Nursery

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
View all Primaryjobs
School size
292 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Phone number
0208 462 5867

A VERY WARM WELCOME TO JOHN WOOD SCHOOL & NURSERY

John Wood School & Nursery is a vibrant, two-form entry primary school located in Croydon and is part of the Chancery Education Trust. There have been many positive changes made to the Academy
since academisation in 2016. In January 2019 the Academy was graded ‘Good’, Ofsted recognised staff have high expectations, pupils respond well, they have strong relationships with their teachers and are aspirational for their futures. We believe that every child is different and that everyone deserves the opportunity to be happy, secure and successful. The academy is surrounded by large grounds and benefits from a spacious and attractive site with a good deal of green space which
enables us to take our learning outside, including through Forest School sessions.

Arranging a visit to John Wood School & Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sfloyd@chanceryeducation.com.

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