Teacher of KS1 or LKS2

The Headteacher, Governors and Trust of Stapeley Broad Lane CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic full‑time class teacher (key stage one or lower key stage two) who has the desire, energy and commitment to join their hardworking and passionate team. Applications are welcomed from Early Career Teachers (ECTs), as well as those who are relatively new to the profession.

You will be joining a well‑resourced and highly successful primary school, and you should have the ability, drive and commitment to maintain and improve the current success rate.

• A real passion for teaching and learning young children
• The ability to inspire, challenge and motivate children, along with the ability to manage behaviour
• Evidence of sustained and measurable impact as a teacher
• A willingness to contribute to the school and multi‑academy trust at all levels
• A willingness to be supportive of the school to enable all children to achieve their full potential
• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community
• Is willing to participate fully in school life and share good practice with colleagues
• Will support and promote the school’s ethos
• Has a good knowledge of the National Curriculum and has high expectations for all children

The classroom teacher will be responsible for delivering learning in accordance with the curriculum, national guidelines and the school’s strategy. The successful candidate must also carry out other duties to support pupils’ learning while operating in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• To undertake your duties, as required by the Teachers’ Standards
• To be committed to the ethos and success of the school
• To keep up‑to‑date with, and remain knowledgeable of, the requirements of the national curriculum
• To have regard for continuing professional development (CPD) and contribute to the school’s process of self‑evaluation and development
• To be familiar with the school’s systems, structures, policies and procedures
• To effectively plan a varied, balanced and appropriate curriculum which emphasises raising standards and achieving excellence
• To adapt teaching styles to suit all learners and provide a supportive learning environment
• To differentiate resources and equipment so lessons may be accessed appropriately by all pupils
• To work as part of a team to evaluate and develop pupils’ learning needs
• To enforce the school’s Behaviour Policy through excellent classroom management
• To encourage pupils to develop and use their creativity, initiative, independence and responsibilities
• To be familiar with the 0‑25 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Code of Practices and support and plan for pupils accordingly
• To self‑evaluate your teaching in order to improve effectiveness
• To be committed to the school’s target and monitoring system for pupil progress
• To systematically assess and record pupils’ academic and social progress and use the results to inform lesson planning decisions
• To monitor both class work and homework, provide constructive feedback, and set informed targets for pupil progress
• To report on each individual pupil’s progress to the headteacher and parents as required
• To actively support school activities, on occasion, such as educational trips, extra‑curricular activities and clubs, and parents’ evenings, which may require some out‑of‑hours availability

This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to periodic review. It may be amended to meet the changing needs of the school. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement on any changes.

Qualifications and experience:

• Essential: Qualified Teacher Status, Degree level qualification, Willingness to undertake CPD, Previous experience working in a school
• Desirable: Relevant postgraduate professional qualification, Previous experience teaching in Key Stage 1

Commitment to safeguarding: Stapeley Broad Lane School and The Cornovii Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, references, and a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.