KS1 TEACHER

Location

FULWOOD AND CADLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Cadley Causeway , Fulwood , Preston , Lancashire , PR2 3QT
Tel: 01772 717087
School website: www.fulwoodandcadleyprimaryschool.com
Roll: 315

Information

Fulwood and Cadley Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to fostering a love for learning in all our pupils. Our core values—Resilience, Courage, Respect, Aspiration, Imagination, and Determination—are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our dynamic team.  We are welcoming applications from ECTs and more experienced teachers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse needs of our pupils.&£8203;

Assessing and monitoring pupil progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.&£8203;

Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active learning and pupil participation.&£8203;

Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and carers to support pupil well-being and academic achievement.&£8203;

Contributing to the wider life of the school through participation in extracurricular activities and school events.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:&£8203;

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching in Key Stage 1.&£8203;

A thorough understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and effective teaching strategies.&£8203;

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate young learners.&£8203;

A commitment to continuous professional development and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.&£8203;

A passion for creating an inclusive learning environment that respects and celebrates diversity.

Why Join Us?

At Fulwood and Cadley Primary School, we offer:&£8203;

A supportive and welcoming community committed to staff well-being and professional growth.&£8203;

Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.

A culture that values innovation, creativity, and the holistic development of both pupils and staff.&£8203;

Excellent facilities and resources to support effective teaching and learning.

In your supporting letter, please state your curriculum strengths and how you feel your current and past experience has prepared you for this post. Please ensure your letter of application is clear and concise, portrays your overall educational philosophy and is free from error.

The closing date for applications is Friday 25th April at 12noon. 

Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email on Wednesday 7th May and invited to teach as part of the final stage of recruitment. Interviews are scheduled for Friday 16th May 2025.

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how you can contribute to our school's continued success.

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.fulwoodandcadleyprimaryschool.com/

Essential Qualifications

Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

Education to degree level

Evidence of recent and relevant training applicable to the post

Desirable Qualifications

N/A

Essential Experience

Recent experience of teaching

Demonstrating effective teaching and learning strategies

Planning to meet the needs of learners including children with SEND

Effective behaviour for learning strategies

Ability to apply ICT to planning, teaching, learning and assessment

Ability to engage and motivate learners

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching and assessing phonics

Any other relevant experience

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Amy Royle (School Business Manager) bursar@fulwoodcadley.lancs.sch.ukVisits to the School:

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit our school to experience our vibrant community first hand. To arrange a visit or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mrs Amy Royle at bursar@fulwoodcadley.lancs.sch.uk or 01772 717087.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Online. Please return Application Forms to Mrs Amy Royle (School Business Manager)
bursar@fulwoodcadley.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.