Class Teacher

Kingfisher Primary requires an experienced KS2 class teacher with responsibility for Science and the Technologies Curriculum Team. This opportunity has a TLR attached to it.

The Governors wish to appoint an experienced, highly motivated, enthusiastic KS2 practitioner, to help raise standards and develop assessment in science. This vacancy has occurred due to the promotion of the science lead. It is an excellent opportunity for a class teacher who has experience of raising attainment to join our school. The ideal candidate would have a passion for teaching and learning and a commitment to improving the life chances of children.

We at Kingfisher Primary are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value and celebrate the cultural diversity of our school community and seek to promote equality of opportunity for all applicants.

About us: 

Kingfisher Primary, is a larger than average primary school based in Doncaster, easily accessible from the M18/A1 motorway network. We serve pupils with an age range of 3-11 years in an increasingly diverse community. Kingfisher Primary place children and their wellbeing at the heart of its work. 

We are on a journey of improvement - attendance is improving, the proportion of pupils making expected and greater than expected progress in reading, writing and maths is improving and we are looking for creative and inspirational staff to join us. 

Are you a Teacher who:

• Has successful experience of teaching within upper KS2? 
• Has a proven track record for raising standards in a curriculum area? 
• Enjoys learning and has a good understanding of how children learn?   
• Is an exemplary practitioner who is able to lead by example?
• Is highly organised and is able to prioritise workload?
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and able to inspire others?  
• Can work effectively as part of a team and communicate well with pupils, colleagues, parents/carers and other professionals?

Then Kingfisher Primary is the place for you.

We can offer you:

• Excellent CPD opportunities  
• A warm and professional learning environment
• Children who are friendly and polite 
• A growth mind-set ethos 
• Supportive parents.

Interested in applying? 

Please see the attached Applicant Brief for more information. 

We actively welcome visits to the school to experience the atmosphere, ethos and approach and to have an opportunity to meet the children and staff who make Kingfisher a great place to be.  

Please don't hesitate to get in touch to arrange a visit to the school or to find out more – office@astrea-kingfisher.org - or by phoning 01302349275.

The closing date for applications is 22 April 2024 with interviews week commencing 29 April 2024.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks. We reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window should suitable applicants be identified.

If you are joining us from another school, academy or trust we recognise your continuous service date with confirmation from your current employer. This can positively impact a number of entitlements, including increased annual holiday payments which represent an increase in salary. This can be discussed in more detail at interview.