Class Teacher

About the role

Our vision- An exceptionally high performing professional and learning culture creating excellent achievement for all.

Our values- Collaboration Hard work Aspiration Trust Equity Respect/Resilience

We are seeking to appoint a hard-working and inspirational KS1 class teacher who is passionate about education, and wants to make a difference which provides a positive learning experience for our children.

The position is initially for a KS1 Class Teacher for January 25 and as such we are particularly interested in candidates with an experience in or strong understanding of  KS1 and preferably EYFS too. 

Our ideal candidate will be nurturing, ambitious and passionate about inspiring and supporting children to develop and learn in an inclusive environment. They must be able to use their own initiative and demonstrate a calm, patient and kind approach.

We ask that all candidates who wish to apply, visit the school to see us in action and find out more about what it is like to be a member of staff and a child at Chater Infant School. Candidates should contact the school office (admin@chaterinfants.herts.sch.uk) to arrange a tour of the school.

Chater Infant School is a two-form entry community school for children from 3 to 7 years of age. It is situated in the heart of West Watford and the current building dates from 1989, although there has been a Chater School on the site for over 100 years. We are very proud of our diverse communities and celebrate the richness and vibrancy that the various cultures bring to our school.

At Chater we encourage all children and staff to have the highest aspirations and to have a growth mindset. We believe that all children and staff can achieve well and develop their abilities; we have high expectations of all our children and staff.

To help the staff to achieve their potential, we offer a wide range of training opportunities and are always keen to support their own learning and development.  Chater is a brilliant place for teachers at different points of their careers and we value to knowledge, skills and expertise that new staff bring to our school.

The Ofsted Report of July 2024 can be found here:

https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50256735

This report highlights that: 

The evidence gathered suggests that the inspection grade might be outstanding if a graded (section 5) inspection were carried out now. 

At Chater Infant School pupils thrive and flourish. 

The school’s tailored approach to learning helps each pupil achieve well. 

The school embraces its many cultures and ethnicities, creating an inclusive environment where pupils feel valued, safe and eager to learn.

Chater Infant School is a great school.  Come and join us if you want to be part of the team and impact positively on the education of the delightful children at our school.