KEY STAGE 2 TEACHER

Location

ORMSKIRK ASMALL PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tennyson Drive , Ormskirk , Lancashire , L39 3PJ
Tel: 01695 576654
School website: www.asmallprimary.co.uk
Roll: 146

Information

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational  KS2 teacher to join our happy, successful school and be part of a team of dedicated, enthusiastic teachers at Ormskirk Asmall Primary School. Asmall is a small school but with a big heart within its community. We had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 which highlighted the many strengths of our school setting. ‘Pupils are happy at this nurturing school. The school’s values, such as kindness and respect, underpin the positive relationships that pupils have with each other and with adults. Pupils are thoughtful and well-mannered. They make everyone feel welcome.’ If you are an effective, ambitious teacher who would like to experience working in a vibrant and rewarding setting, then we would encourage you to visit us in person. A visit to the school can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01695 576654.

We are looking for someone who is:

A highly experienced and enthusiastic Key Stage Two teacher who creates nurturing and encouraging relationships with all children.

An outstanding and creative classroom practitioner with a proven track record of rapidly improving children's learning across the curriculum. 

A teacher with a passion for providing the best possible experiences for our children, aiming high at all times.

A highly motivated teacher who will care for our children, their learning and well-being.

A positive role model who will lead by example and form positive relationships within a team and to bring out the best in others. 

We can offer you:

A popular and successful school with a proven record of good achievement and a recent grading of GOOD by Ofsted in November 2023.

A friendly, hardworking, supportive and dedicated team of governors, teachers and support staff.

Well behaved, respectful and happy children who are eager to learn.

A shared commitment to provide the best possible education and life experiences for the children in our care.

Continued professional development with opportunities to inspire colleagues. Please ensure your letter of application is clear and concise, portrays your overall educational philosophy, addresses the points on the person specification and is free from error. We look forward to meeting you! 

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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 the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

Primary Teaching qualification

Desirable Qualifications

Completion of NQT / ECT period (desirable but not essential)

Essential Experience

Experience in a primary school setting

An understanding of safeguarding in schools

Desirable Experience

Experience working in Key Stage 2.

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

A visit to the school can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01695 576654

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@asmall.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.