Classroom Teacher KS1 - Temporary - Croftway Academy in Blyth

Croftway Academy is a friendly, happy, vibrant school located in Blyth. Our youngest children are just three years old and can learn with us all the way up to Year Six (aged 11). We have an amazing teaching team and are very proud of how together, with our pupils, parents, governors and staff, we are a community of learners that grow together with the children at the very centre of everything we do.

Our curriculum, outdoor provision and teaching is personalised to meet the needs and interests of our pupils and through our wealth of teaching expertise we celebrate all aspects of the National Curriculum with children and in the learning environment. We pride ourselves in offering extensive support to children and their families who are seeking sanctuary. If you are passionate about contributing to a school that values collaboration, motivation, and a commitment to welcoming everyone, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking to appoint a teacher, preferably with experience teaching in KS1 of the highest calibre with a good understanding of child development to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team at the school. This is an opportunity for teaching professionals to progress in their career in a forward-looking Academy. The starting salary point is negotiable for successful candidates who can demonstrate excellence in teaching practice.

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• You must have a degree level qualification and then move to a postgraduate teaching course to qualify as a teacher.
• Have the vision and capacity to inspire and motivate children.
• Be able to demonstrate outstanding classroom practice and success in raising standards and meeting challenging targets.
• Have excellent behaviour and classroom management skills.
• Be confident in planning, assessing and target setting to meet the needs of all children in your class.
• Be fully committed to working collaboratively and be an active, dedicated member of our team.
• Be able to show initiative and work independently.
• Be enthusiastic, flexible and committed to raising standards of attainment and achievement for all children.

The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the school and as part of WISE Academies. Exceptionally enthusiastic children who are eager to learn. A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos. An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community. A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times. On-going commitment to your professional development. Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks. Excellent training and peer support.

We highly value the opportunity for prospective candidates to engage with our school community. Visits prior to application are therefore encouraged. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online. Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK.