KS2 TEACHER - ORMSKIRK AREA

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Ormskirk Area
Primary Teacher

Location: Ormskirk

Job Type: Temporary (January 2025 - Easter/Summer 2025)

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join a small, supportive school in rural Ormskirk. This role is set to start in January 2025 and will run through to at least Easter, with a high possibility of extending until the summer. The successful candidate will lead a unique mixed-age class of Y3/4/5/6 with just 6 pupils, two of whom have EHCPs and are supported accordingly.

Day-to-day of the role:

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to the needs of a mixed-age, small class setting.

Manage a classroom environment that focuses on nurturing and educational excellence.

Regularly assess and record the progress of each pupil, adapting teaching methods to suit individual needs.

Collaborate with support staff to ensure pupils with EHCPs receive the appropriate support and resources.

Maintain open communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on their children’s academic and social development.

Participate in school activities and contribute to the school community.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience teaching in a primary setting, with a strong understanding of the curriculum across multiple year groups.

Proven ability to manage a classroom effectively, particularly small or mixed-age groups.

Experience working with children who have special educational needs.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

A commitment to professional development and a passion for teaching.

Benefits:

Competitive daily rate.

Supportive and close-knit teaching environment.

Opportunities for professional development.

Scenic rural location.

Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

Reed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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 DBSs 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 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.

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Lancashire Teaching Agency - 01772 200845

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Applications are by CV to Lancashire.teaching@reed.com. For more information, please call 01772 200845. CV template attached..

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