KS1 TEACHER

Location

ST FRANCIS' CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, GOOSNARGH
The Hill , Horns Lane , Goosnargh , Preston , PR3 2FJ
Tel: 01772 865369
School website: www.stfranciscatholicprimaryschool.co.uk
Roll: 104

Information

St. Francis Catholic Primray School is a small, rural Voluntary Aided Primary School with 104 children on roll. We are looking for an inspirational teacher who will join our highly creative school team. The successful candidate will teach in a mixed class of Year 1 and Year 2 children.

St. Francis’ is a thriving and forward-thinking school where our children, their families and the Church are at the heart of everything we do. Our children are enthusiastic, eager to learn and well supported by their families. One of our main aims is to make a real and lasting difference to the lives and opportunities of the children and their families within both our school and the wider community.

The post advertised is for a passionate teacher who has excellent knowledge of the KS1 National Curriculum. As a small community, we are looking for a teacher who will love and nurture our children.  We work as a team to ensure home, school and parish provide the best possible care and education for all of our children. We encourage our staff and pupils to be the best that they can be in all aspects of their lives as children of God.

Visits to the school are very much encouraged. For a tour of the school, please contact the school office on 01772 865369 and speak to our Business Support Officer Mrs Nuttall to arrange an appointment.

The successful candidate will join our enthusiastic and dedicated staff team in maintaining and enhancing the very high expectations and standards that are fundamental to our school.

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 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.



More Information can be found at http://www.stfranciscatholicprimaryschool.co.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree

Desirable Qualifications

CCRS or equivalent or commitment to undertaking

Essential Experience

Successful teaching experience in KS1.

Demonstrate effective teaching and learning strategies

Thorough knowledge of primary curriculum and excellent knowledge of core subjects.

To have knowledge of the Curriculum, recording and reporting systems.

Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of the teaching of phonics.

Desirable Experience

To lead subject areas

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Miss Deakin (Headteacher) on 01772 865369

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The Headteacher c/o the School. Application Forms to be returned to head@st-francis.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.