MAIN SCALE TEACHER

Location

PADIHAM ST LEONARD'S VOLUNTARY AIDED COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Moor Lane , Padiham , Burnley , Lancashire , BB12 8HT
Tel: 01282 771470
School website: www.st-leonards.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 330

Information

The Governing Body of St. Leonard's C of E Primary School are delighted to be able to offer this exciting opportunity to work at our popular church school. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational classroom practitioner, who has a commitment to Christian education and the Christian ethos of our school. They will be highly motivated, caring and committed to giving all pupils the very best education.

Although the post is initially for one year, this has potential to be extended subject to funding.
Newly Qualified Teachers are welcome to apply and would be given the opportunity to complete their induction year.

The successful candidate will be:
- an exemplary teacher
- committed to and able to support the school's distinctive Christian ethos
- inspirational, enthusiastic and highly motivated
- committed to providing an effective learning environment both indoors and outdoors
- able to creatively plan, prepare and deliver lessons
- able to ensure progress for all pupils
- experienced in promoting the wellbeing of pupils, providing guidance, support and nurture
- able to maintain high standards of behaviour using a nurturing approach
- able to maintain excellent relationships with parents, children and staff
- able to make a positive contribution to our successful team
- committed to whole school improvement
- ambitious personally, academically and professionally

In return we can offer:
- the opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team on our journey towards providing outstanding education for all our pupils
- a Christian family atmosphere, working in partnership with all families and the church community
- hard working and dedicated colleagues who demonstrate drive and passion
- enthusiastic pupils
- a fully committed Governing Body who offer high levels of support and challenge
- opportunities for continued professional development

The school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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 CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete an application form.

Essential Qualifications

- Qualified Teacher Status

Essential Experience

- Recent experience of teaching/or Practice in EYFS and/or KS1
- Knowledge of EYFS/KS1 curriculum and provision
- Excellent classroom practice and behaviour management skills
- A passion for developing a creative curriculum which prepares pupils for life in a multicultural global society
- Sound knowledge of the elements of effective teaching and learning including using assessment to inform future learning.
- A clear vision about the inclusion of children with a wide variety of needs

Desirable Experience

- Experience of organising and implementing an effective learning environment both indoors and outdoors
- Experience of managing support staff in the classroom

Proposed Interview Date:

09/06/2021 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

An application pack can be downloaded here or collected from the school office.. Return forms to the Headteacher at the School

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