Year 1 Classroom Teacher (ECT’s welcome to apply)

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  24 June 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 4 days per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - 2 years
• Pay scale: Teachers Main Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher who:

• can challenge pupils and have high expectations of what they can achieve;
• has a passion for developing children's learning, is forward thinking and open to new ideas;
• can inspire a love of life-long learning;
• can motivate and support pupils at all levels, demonstrating a commitment to inclusion and high standards for all;
• will be committed, flexible and has the ability and commitment to work effectively as a member of the team;
• has excellent teaching, organisation and communication skills;
• be able to bring vision, energy and enthusiasm to the post;
• is creative and can inspire learning;
• demonstrate a nurturing, engaging personality and has a good sense of humour

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• a welcoming atmosphere, enthusiastic and well-mannered children;
• a supportive and motivated staff and leadership team;
• enthusiastic children with a love of learning;
• a commitment to professional development;
• a positive ethos where all can succeed;

access to working in partnership with like-minded schools in our Consortium

Commitment to safeguarding

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 173 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: King's Ford Infant School and Nursery website
• Email address: admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01206 574524
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-ford-infant-school-and-nursery

Kings Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to working with all those involved in children’s development and learning to provide a safe, caring, secure, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

We value each individual and encourage them to do their best, respect each other and their beliefs, taking pride in everything they do.

Arranging a visit to King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk.

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