YEAR 1 CLASS TEACHER MAT LEAVE

Location

CHORLEY ST JAMES' CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Devonport Way , Chorley , Lancashire , PR6 0TE
Tel: 01257 264638
School website: https://chorleystjamesblogs.net/
Roll: 236

Information

The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced individual to the team of our happy, hardworking and caring school.  Are you an outstanding classroom teacher who is dedicated, with a proven record of excellence in teaching, learning and raising standards?

We are a vibrant church school community where our pupils behave well and are committed to learn.  Following a very successful Ofsted Inspection in June 2023, the staff and governors are committed to the further development of the school and are excited about this next stage of the journey.

*  Please read the attached information for full details of this post.

The successful applicant would be expected to:

Enhance the Christian ethos of the school.

Support and enhance the vision of the school.

Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all children.

Have a thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum and the needs of all learners including those with SEND & EHCPs

Embrace the school’s own bespoke curriculum to ensure the highest standards are maintained throughout all subjects.

Deliver consistently high quality learning opportunities.

Have a thorough understanding of strategies to raise standards and achieve progress for all learners.

Have excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire and support others.

Promote effective partnerships; within school and beyond.

Our wonderful school can offer you:

A caring and outward facing school with strong Christian foundations, where we are ‘committed to excellence; inspired by Christ’ in all we do together.

A highly motivated and enthusiastic group of pupils.

An established senior leadership team and strong staff commitment to enhancing opportunities for all children.

Committed staff, governors, parish, parents and community.

Excellent opportunities and a commitment to your professional development.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

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.

The closing date is 12 noon 22/11/2024

Proposed Interview Date:

09/12/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

This post is suitable for outstanding practitioners who would like the opportunity to work within our school. If you are interested in the position, meeting the essential criteria and would like more information, then a tour is recommended. Available appointment times are Tuesday 5th November at 14.00 or 16.00, please telephone school to arrange a visit.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: office@st-james-chorley.lancs.sch.uk with your covering letter and application form.

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