CLASS TEACHER

Location

SALTERFORTH PRIMARY SCHOOL
Cross Lane , Salterforth , BB18 5UD
Tel: 01282 812223
School website: salterforthprimary.co.uk
Roll: 103

Information

The Governors of Salterforth Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational, talented and enthusiastic teacher to join our dynamic, heart-led team. Salterforth Primary School is a small school with a big heart: a school where children, staff, parents and governors are actively involved in the children's education, We firmly believe it takes a village to raise a child. We strive to create a happy, healthy environment where our children can excel in all areas of their lives. We are looking for a teacher who can provide high quality teaching whilst also providing all children with a nurturing environment in which to learn. The successful candidate will demonstrate high expectations of children's learning and behaviour, and will be committed to overcoming any barriers to learning to ensure all children have the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

We can offer:

A positive, caring and inclusive ethos

Amazing children with a drive to achieve

A dedicated and hard-working staff team

An opportunity to be actively involved in developing our curriculum provision

A supportive and effective Governing board

Opportunities for continued professional development

The successful candidate will:

Be an inspirational and motivational teacher

Be passionate about children's learning and understand how to adapt teaching and learning for all children

Have a proven record of exceptional classroom practice

Be committed to our positive, inclusive and creative ethos

Have a solid understanding of the principles of effective teaching and learning

Have extremely high standards of themselves and their pupils

Have determination, energy and ambition

Be a committed team player who demonstrates flexibility and a willingness to take an active role in school life. The year group in which the successful candidate will work will be in Key Stage 1.

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.

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 www.salterforhprimary.co.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

Degree

Desirable Qualifications

First aid / Paediatric First Aid / First Aid at Work<

Essential Experience

Successful class teaching experience in Key Stage 1

Recent and relevant experience of teaching the National Curriculum

Recent professional development appropriate to the role

Recent and relevant training in safeguarding pupils

Desirable Experience

Successful leadership of curriculum area

Delivery of Read, Write Inc phonics

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the School Business Manager on: 01282 812223

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please address all completed applications to the headteacher C/O school or via email to bursar@salterforth.lancs.sch.uk. Application form 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.