KS2 CLASS TEACHER

Location

BURNLEY WHITTLEFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL, TABOR STREET, BURNLEY

Tel: 01282 429419
School website: www.whittlefield.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 231

Information

The Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated KS2 class teacher to join our hardworking, caring team. We are proud to hold the National Nurturing School Award and are dedicated to a fully inclusive approach for all children, irrespective of individual needs or circumstance.

The successful candidate will have secure knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of how children's learning needs are best met.

The post is full time starting on September 1st 2021.

We are looking for a teacher who:

<li> is committed to a fully inclusive education for all children
<li>is inspirational and dedicated
<li> has high expectations
<li>is committed to high standards; ensuring excellent progress and outcomes for all children
<li>is able to demonstrate that they are a highly effective classroom practitioner
<li>is able to provide an excellent learning environment
<li> has good interpersonal skills; warm and caring
<li> is able to work as part of a team

We can offer:

<li>happy, willing, motivated children who enjoy learning
<li>a strong, supportive, friendly staff who work well as a team with a good sense of humour
<li>opportunities for professional development
<li>supportive parents and governors

Visits to the school are normally welcomed and encouraged but due to COVID-19 restrictions this is not possible at this time. Therefore, there will be the opportunity to participate in one of our zoom question and answer sessions with the Headteacher and Deputy which are being held on Thursday, 25th February at 3pm and Tuesday, 2nd March at 4pm

It is hoped that once restrictions are lifted visits will be possible for shortlisted candidates.
Please email Mrs S Vent, School Business Manager svent@whittlefield.lancs.sch.uk to register your interest in one of the above sessions.

We are the Whittlefield Family. We are committed to making an everlasting difference to everyone we touch by believing the sky is the limit and that anything is possible
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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 CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached

Proposed Interview Date:

25/03/2021 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mrs Helen Kershaw, Headteacher via school

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application from attached. Please return completed applications to Mrs S Vent at svent@whittlefield.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.