TEACHER/TUTOR

Location

OUR LADY AND ST GERARD'S RC PRIMARY SCHOOL. LOSTOCK HALL
Lourdes Avenue , Lostock Hall , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 5TB
Tel: 01772 335025
School website: www.ourlady-st-gerards.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 342

Information

The Governing Board of Our Lady and St. Gerard's Catholic Primary School wish to appoint an experienced teacher. We are looking to appoint an outstanding practitioner to join our dedicated and committed staff team. The teacher we are seeking should have excellent organisational skills, high expectations and an energy and passion for teaching. We offer the opportunity for you to work with enthusiastic children who have a love for learning. We are a school where everyone is welcome and our Catholic values underpin our daily lives.

We are seeking an experienced teacher who will focus on providing support for small groups of children across all key stages in order to raise attainment and narrow gaps in learning. Part of the role will involve tuition after school for groups of up to 3 children as part of the DfE tuition programme. (Hours will be adjusted to suit this role) During school time you will be required to organise and lead teaching for small groups and cover some PPA. The appointed candidate may in the future be required to undertake a full time teaching role in either key stage.

We are looking for a candidate who will;

be an outstanding teacher with a proven record of excellent classroom practice;

narrow gaps in learning for disadvantaged and SEN children.;

inspire, challenge and motivate the children to achieve their full potential;

demonstrate the desire and enthusiasm to build upon the strengths of the school;

support and develop the Catholic ethos of the school;

contribute to the wider life of the school;

undertake the responsibility of a curriculum area in the school;

be committed to safeguarding all children.

We offer;

a welcoming and supportive Catholic school where everyone is valued;

enthusiastic children who are eager to learn;-

a supportive Governing Board;

a commitment to professional development;

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
More Information can be found at www.ourlady-st-gerards.lancs.sch.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

Desirable Qualifications

Catholic Certificate of Religious Studies

Essential Experience

Ability to track pupil progress, analyse data and use data to inform next steps in teaching and learning.

Be able to use a range of strategies to support children with SEN.

Have used effective and positive behaviour management strategies to secure good behaviour.

Demonstrate good communication and organisational skills.

Evidence of successful subject leadership across all key stages.

Desirable Experience

Evidence of faith commitment.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school for additional information if required

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The Headteacher c/o the School. Application form attached. Please return completed applications to: head@ourlady-st-gerards.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.