About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Key Stage 2 teacher, in the role of KS2 PPA teacher, to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong KS2 practitioner who holds high expectations for pupils' achievement and behaviour. The role is part-time, covering our Key Stage 2 PPA teacher during their maternity leave.
As a proud Voluntary Controlled (VC) school, we value our Christian distinctiveness and expect suitable applicants to be sympathetic to our ethos.
At Ickleford Primary School, we pride ourselves on our kind and caring working atmosphere. Many who join our community comment on the welcoming and supportive environment. We warmly invite you to visit us and experience it for yourself.
Our Vision Statement:
We aspire to build a happy and inclusive community underpinned by core Christian values and those shared by other faiths. This will enable us to nurture resilient pupils with a passion for life-long learning, ensuring everyone's potential is fulfilled.
Our new KS 2 PPA teacher will have:
- experience in teaching in KS2
- high expectations of themselves, colleagues and pupils
- strong classroom practice with high expectations of achievement and behaviour for all pupils
- have the ability to motivate and engage pupils with their learning
- a commitment to providing a stimulating, creative curriculum
- high standards of professionalism and personal integrity
- a good understanding and practical experience of ensuring safeguarding for pupils in their care
- the ability to establish and maintain effective communication with pupils, parents and colleagues
- a desire and drive to make a real difference to the lives and opportunities of our children
- a good sense of humour
We can offer:
- wonderful children who are enthusiastic about school and learning and whose families are keen to work in partnership with us
- a well-resourced and highly regarded work environment
- a supportive school community
- a warm and welcoming ethos established by friendly and supportive staff
- the opportunity to work in partnership with a headteacher, SLT and governing body who share the same vision and values for our school
- a strong commitment to your continuing professional development and personal well-being
For further information on the role, please click on the links below to view the Job Description & Person Specification.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and parents to follow this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection processes reflect this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure Barring Service.
School Visits: Visits to the see the school in action are strongly encouraged. Please ring the School Business Manager, Mrs Katie Farrell 01462 459150, to book a tour with the Headteacher, Mrs Sarah Wright. Further information about the school can be found on our school website.
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