At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young minds and create a positive learning environment for children aged 3 to 7.
- Company: Join EMAT, a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to educational excellence and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, health benefits, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Be part of a growing family of schools with excellent career opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while working in a collaborative and innovative setting.
- Qualifications: Passion for teaching and commitment to fostering a nurturing classroom atmosphere.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Your career #EMATters! We are currently recruiting for a Part Time Class Teacher who thinks beyond the classroom. We are an organisation that recognises and values its diverse workforce. Join us at EMAT to be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact.
About EMAT
EMAT is an exciting, innovative, and growing organisation where we strive to do things differently, aligned with our core values and purpose: that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust was incorporated in July 2012 to establish, maintain, manage, and develop academies and free schools as world‑class centres of excellence. We are a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all‑through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle, and five primary schools in Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools.
- A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme.
- A corporate eye care plan.
- Flu jabs for all staff.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including an online GP.
- Access to an employee lifestyle savings platform.
- Generous family leave.
About the School
Shepherdswell is a growing academy in Milton Keynes, offering excellent learning and enrichment opportunities for pupils aged 3 to 7. Shepherdswell is a two‑form entry infant school on the Springfield Estate in Milton Keynes with capacity for 180 children across foundation stage and key stage one and a six‑pupil place social communication department. The children here at Shepherdswell are eager to learn and are proud of their achievements, their school and community. Our staff are committed to their welfare and learning, and work as a team to ensure we all grow and achieve.
We are part of the East Midlands Academy Trust and are one of their family of schools. We work closely together and by working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits. At Shepherdswell Academy we truly believe that the children are and should be at the centre of all we do. We have a strong inclusive ethos, a social communication department and preschool within our provision. Our dedicated staff encourage all our children to grow, making learning fun and challenging, supporting each other to achieve this, creating a real family feel.
Through our developing curriculum and caring ethos we ensure all our children get the learning opportunities and experiences they deserve to enable them to flourish. We are an integral part of the wider community and pride ourselves in developing positive working relationships with our parents and families, as well as the wider community. We offer a range of additional opportunities for all our children and families, including being a forest school.
General Roles and Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in a given class or subject(s) area – to be discussed.
- Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.
- Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and always observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.
- Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils.
For more information or an informal conversation, please contact hannah.fajemiyo@central.emat.uk.
EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or age. EMAT encourages a 'Speak Up' culture where colleagues are encouraged to raise any concerns relating to risk or wrongdoing. You will be responsible for ensuring that colleagues are supported where necessary to raise concerns without blame or recrimination and should pro‑actively raise concerns should they come to your attention.
Teacher - 3 Days Job Share in Milton Keynes employer: Shepherdswell Academy
EMAT is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation, inclusivity, and professional growth within a supportive community. As part of our team at Shepherdswell Academy in Milton Keynes, you will benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, and a collaborative work culture that values every child's potential. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying a range of employee benefits and a family-like atmosphere.
