EYFS TEACHER (PERMANENT)

Location

WHALLEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Lane , Whalley , Clitheroe , BB7 9SY
Tel: 01254 823348
School website: www.whalleyceprimary.co.uk
Roll: 316

Information

The Governors of Whalley CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and passionate teacher who is able to provide a high-quality start to our children’s educational journey. You will have the opportunity to be part of a thriving EYFS unit working alongside a welcoming and dedicated team. The post is permanent and is due to start in September 2024. Please see the Welcome Letter and Person Specification for details.

We are seeking an excellent teacher to join our successful team who:

has a passion and enthusiasm for working with Early Years children

has a thorough knowledge of the EYFS Statutory Framework;

is able to inspire, motivate and challenge children;

is nurturing – helping children to develop as confident, independent workers;

has experience of planning and supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities;

can help to build upon the established use of our Forest School area within Early Years

Has undertaken or is prepared to attain a Forest School Level Three qualification

will be organised and effective in developing pupil confidence and supporting pupil progress;

works well as part of a successful team, working in partnership with the partner class teacher in the EYFS phase;

applies consistent behaviour management strategies that promotes a positive classroom; 

fosters positive working relationships with pupils, parents and the community;

actively supports the Christian ethos of the school;

is able to make positive contributions to the transition for new cohorts starting school and for children moving into Year One

sets very high standards and holds themselves to account for their performance

Candidates are welcome to look around the school. Please make an appointment with the school office (01254 823348). 

Rehabilitation
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

See person specification

Desirable Qualifications

See person specification

Essential Experience

See person specification

Desirable Experience

See person specification

Proposed Interview Date:

23/05/2024 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@whalley.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.