CLASS TEACHER

Location

CATON PRIMARY SCHOOL
Broadacre , Caton , Lancaster , LA2 9NH
Tel: 01524 770104
School website: www.catonprimary.school
Roll: 53

Information

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and creative classroom teacher to work as part of the enthusiastic and highly motivated team in our rapidly growing school.

The position will initially involve teaching a mixed Year 3/4 class, however candidates must be willing to teach any age and be capable of teaching up to Year 6.

The successful candidate will:
- be passionate about achieving the very best for every child;
- have excellent subject knowledge, especially in Maths and English;
- have a high degree of professionalism in their approach to work;
- be able to competently lead subject areas (to be decided on appointment);
- be well organised and have the highest expectations of learning, achievement, progress and behaviour;
- inspire pupils through creative teaching;
- be enthusiastic and fully committed to playing an active role in every aspect of school life;
- establish and maintain excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

Caton Primary School has much to offer to the right candidate, including:
- a happy and welcoming school where everyone is valued and supported;
- well-behaved, positive, happy children who enjoy learning;
- supportive parents and governors;
- a committed and friendly team of hard-working, creative staff;
- fantastic opportunities for professional and career development.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach as part of the interview process and this is likely to take place during week commencing 19th April.

This school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake DBS disclosure prior to appointment.

he 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.

Essential Qualifications

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Desirable Qualifications

See person specification

Essential Experience

See person specification

Desirable Experience

See person specification

Proposed Interview Date:

26/04/2021 

For an informal discussion please contact:

The Headteacher, Gail Bowskill on 01524 770104

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Attached to the advert. Please return the completed form to gbowskill@caton.lancs.sch.uk
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached

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