About the role

Waterside Academy - Cover Teacher

  • Location: Waterside Academy, Welwyn Garden City
  • Contract: Part-Time (up to three days), Fixed-Term until July 2025
  • Salary: Teachers’ Main Pay Scale
  • Start Date: January 2025
  • Application Deadline: Tuesday, 19th November 2024
  • Interview Date: Tuesday, 26th November 2024

About Us

Waterside Academy is a warm and welcoming 1-form entry primary school located in Welwyn Garden City, nurturing pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Our dedicated staff team strives to create a positive and supportive environment where all pupils feel valued and motivated to reach their full potential.

The Role: Cover Teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible Cover Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis until the end of the academic year. Working up to three days per week across different classes, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences for our pupils. We are open to candidates available for the full three days or a job share arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across various year groups
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

Adapt teaching to meet diverse learning needs and abilities

Maintain records and provide regular feedback to pupils and parents

Why Join Waterside Academy?

  • Join a supportive team dedicated to professional growth

         Make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning and well-being

         Opportunity to work in a dynamic and nurturing school environment

How to Apply

We encourage visits to the school to meet our team and see our facilities firsthand. To arrange a visit, please contact Kevin Peart (Headteacher) at head@waterside.herts.sch.uk. Applications should be submitted via My New Term – a link is available at the bottom of this page.

Safeguarding

Waterside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. At least one member of our interview panel will be Safer Recruitment trained. All offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and two references. Shortlisted candidates will also undergo a standard online search and will have the chance to address any concerns in their interview.

If you’re passionate about teaching and supporting pupils in a collaborative school community, we’d love to hear from you!

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Contact details

Kevin Peart , Headteacher
Waterside Academy Rowans Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire AL7 1NZ

Telephone: 01707 321203
Email: head@waterside.herts.sch.uk
Website: www.waterside.herts.sch.uk
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