Birkhill Infant and Nursery School are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated EYFS teacher to join our team. At Birkhill Infant and Nursery we strive to provide the best education for all our pupils in a caring, supportive environment. We are a happy and thriving school, our pupils engage well with their learning and enjoy the broad and balanced curriculum we offer. We develop confident young people, ready and prepared to be responsible and effective members of the community. We are looking for a skilled and passionate EYFS teacher, who shares the ethos of our school and is committed to supporting us in delivering exceptional education to the community we serve.
As part of our close working partnership with Eckington Junior School and the wider Learners Trust, we are committed to working collaboratively, sharing expertise and developing strong links to ensure the very best opportunities and outcomes for all our children.
Applications are invited from candidates who:
- strive to provide exciting and innovative learning experiences for all our children
- have high expectations of teaching, learning and behaviour - are highly motivated
- are flexible and adaptable team members who develop excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- are passionate about being an inclusive school
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed prior to application.
Westfield Health Scheme
Westfield Health Scheme
Skills
CPD / Training
Evidence of recent safeguarding /inclusion CPD essential
Clear understanding of Primary Phase pedagogy essential
Record of significant, recent, successful teaching experience within UK schools essential
Experience of working with pupils covering a broad range of abilities and backgrounds essential
Shows commitment to own professional development essential
Experience
Creates a well organised, welcoming environment for pupils and colleagues essential
Strong understanding of Early Years and National Curriculum essential
Plans and delivers well-structured, progressive lessons essential
Plans and delivers well-structured, progressive lessons essential
Has high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and learning essential
Implements successful assessment strategies to inform planning and intervention essential
Knowledge of the SEND code of practice and related statutory regulations and other relevant legislation in education essential
Recognise how ‘reasonable adjustments and adaptations will be required to cater for different pupils essential
Understands the systems and process for safeguarding pupils essential
Leadership
Ability to drive strategic leadership, empowering all staff and students to excel
Personal Attributes
Approachable and empathetic and enjoys engaging with children, staff, parents and the wider community essential
Treats pupils, staff and parents with respect essential
Can effectively engage and communicate at all levels including listening to and inspiring children, staff, parents and the wider community essential
Flexible and Approachable essential
Committed to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle essential
Learners' Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Learners' Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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