KS1 Class Teacher – The Gerrards Cross Church of England School

Job title:

KS1 Class Teacher – The Gerrards Cross Church of England School

Company

Buckinghamshire Council

Job description

OverviewWe have a vacancy for an enthusiastic and inspiring KS1 class teacher. We are looking for someone who is committed to ensuring the highest possible standards academically and pastorally.Be part of our happy team! In a recent anonymous staff questionnaire 100% staff said they are proud to work in our school. Our hugely supportive governors have created a two week October half-term to maximise staff and pupil wellbeing.We have an engaging and carefully planned curriculum. Take a look at our X/Twitter feed @GXSchool to see some highlights.Candidates with five years or fewer of experience (including ECTs) are encouraged to apply. We are simply looking for the right people to fit into our school and team!An application form is available on our website.Salary Type: MPSSalary details: MPS + fringeContract type: PermanentHours: Full time of part time (0.5-0.8)Closing date: 02/03/2025 00:00Interviews to be held: Yes. All applications will be considered as soon as they are received and early interviews may be heldAbout usOur school seeks to provide an engaging, challenging and inspiring education in an environment where every individual is valued, nurtured and celebrated. With a firm foundation of Christian values, we share a vision of excellence which enriches today and equips for tomorrow.Website:About the roleClass ResponsibilitiesTo take overall responsibility for a class or groups of children as designated by the Headteacher. This overall responsibility will include:

• The provision of a stimulating, effective and attractive working environment.
• Planning, teaching, evaluating and developing agreed programmes of work to promote high educational achievement.
• Assessing, recording and reporting pupil progress in accordance with agreed school policy.
• Ensuring that the special educational needs of children are acknowledged and met as far as is possible, and that individual children’s dignity and self-esteem are respected and enhanced.
• The management of children to ensure that they are aware of, and freely conform to, a framework of clear and sensible rules.
• Liaison with teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, governors, educational support services and other relevant agencies.
• To uphold a culture of safeguarding at all times, caring for and nurturing each individual child, and alerting the Designated Safeguarding Lead with any concerns.
• Welcoming and supporting parents as partners in the learning process of children.
• Responsibility for registration and other general administrative matters relating to the class.
• Upholding the school’s Christian ethos.

Team Responsibilities

• Awareness of the aims and objectives of the school and working towards their fulfilment.
• Participation in staff consultations and professional meetings.
• Providing professional support and advice to colleagues.

About youQualifications and training:Essential
· Qualified teacher status
· Degree or equivalent
· Commitment to continuing professional developmentTeaching:Essential
· Excellent classroom practitioner
· Commitment to ensure that all children have access to effective, engaging and inspiring teaching and learning
· Commitment to raising achievement for all children through a broad, balanced and creative curriculum
· Ability to plan, organise and manage the teaching and learning of a class
· An understanding of an effective learning environment and the ability to create one for children of all abilities
· Ability to use ICT confidently and effectively to enhance learning
· Ability to assess the progress of children and differentiate effectively
· High standards and expectations for all in work and behaviour
· Ability to develop positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and governors and to work well as part of a team
· Commitment to providing equal opportunities for all children in both curriculum and pastoral care
· Sympathy towards the ethos of a Church of England school.Professional skills and attributes:Essential
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Willingness to listen and be responsive to advice and support
· Commitment to an ethos of high standards, personal fulfilment and academic success
· Ability to be a team player
· Ability to plan time effectively, manage workload and meet deadlinesPersonal qualities:Essential
· Personal integrity, warmth and sensitivity
· Personal confidence
· Ability to relate well to others and to build positive relationships
· Flexibility and open mindedness,
· Enthusiasm and sense of humourOther informationThe Headteacher welcomes visits from potential candidates: please contact the Business Manager, Mrs Jen Marshall, on 01753 882731. Please send completed application forms to the email address below.Tel No: 01753 882731
Email:The Gerrards Cross CE School is dedicated to providing a place of effective learning and teaching in order that each child may pursue success in the classroom, on the sports field and in every other area of school life. Above all, we aim to provide a secure, caring and well-ordered community where each child is able to grow and flourish. The God-given uniqueness of each child is celebrated, and each individual is nurtured through the partnership of children, parents, staff and governors.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

For further information on filtering please refer to and the (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.

Expected salary

Location

Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Job date

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:57:43 GMT

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