Reception Class Teacher / Reception Year Group Leader

Gatton School is a well-established, oversubscribed voluntary aided Muslim School. The school was judged by Ofsted to be an ‘outstanding’ school in February 2014.  “The head teacher and governors are highly ambitious for the school and are continually in the pursuit of excellence.”

The school is currently undergoing expansion to three-forms of entry and is based over two sites. This is a great time to join the school. A vacancy has arisen for an experienced teacher to join the school as we move into the next stage of our development and build on the excellent foundations already in place.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced class teacher who:

• Has EYFS teaching experience  
• Is rated Good/Outstanding  
• Is skilled at making learning challenging but fun and exciting  
• Has evidence of significant impact upon attainment  
• Is committed to inclusive education and raising standards  
• Displays effective communication and teamwork skills
• Is able to show a commitment to the ethos and vision of our school. 

Our offer:

• Opportunity to work with talented staff in an outstanding school  
• A caring school where everyone is valued and supported  
• Excellent professional development.  
• Highly effective, supportive leadership team and governing body  
• A modern building with excellent facilities including a large gym and swimming pool  
• Well behaved, caring pupils who are, positive and enthusiastic about their learning  
• Excellent partnership working with parents, local schools and organisations 

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. Alternatively an application pack can be found on the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/ or from the school website, www.gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk 

For further information contact Ms Shazia Nabi at the number below or by email admin@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk 

Completed Gatton school application should be returned to the school either by email, post or fax.

Closing Date: 29 January 2018 (at noon) 

Interviews/Tasks: 31 January 2018

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

This post is subject to a DBS check.

CVs are not accepted.