KS2 CLASS TEACHER (MATERNITY LEAVE)

Location

QUEEN'S DRIVE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Black Bull Lane , Fulwood , Preston , Lancashire , PR2 3LA
Tel: 01772 718344
School website: www.queensdriveschool.co.uk
Roll: 427

Information

The children, staff and Governors at Queens Drive Primary School are seeking to employ a full time KS2 teacher to cover maternity leave.  We are looking for a person who can stimulate curiosity and is committed to continual improvement of our outstanding, forward thinking and caring school.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate who:

is an outstanding and creative classroom practitioner in all aspects of teaching and learning with high expectations of their pupils and of themselves;

will have the ability and ambition to further develop our outstanding school OFSTED gradings;

will work with positivity, energy and humour

In return we will offer:

a vibrant, happy school in Fulwood, Preston where everyone is friendly, valued and supportive;

children who have positive attitudes towards learning and who care about each other and value their teachers

a rich and diverse group of children

supportive parents

an experienced and supportive SLT

a strong, experienced and dedicated staff team

a supportive and active governing body with a clear vision for the future of the school 

opportunities to flourish and develop both personally and professionally

an urban location

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and voluntary helpers to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

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 Certification 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 also note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
More Information can be found at www.queensdriveschool.co.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree (or equivalent)

Essential Experience

Experience of teaching

Use of ICT to support teaching and learning

Desirable Experience

Evidence of managing a subject area budget

Proven subject leadership experience

Proposed Interview Date:

18/10/2023 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Mrs Gomersall, Headteacher on 01772 718344

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached.
Please return completed applications to bursar@queensdrive.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.