Class Teacher (KS2) - ref 808

The David Ross Education Trust is now recruiting for a lower KS2 and an upper KS2 Class Teacher to join us in April 2018. 

This role at Edward Heneage Primary Academy could be the ideal next step in your career.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded, and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. See what it means to be part of the David Ross Education trust from our children and parents here.

Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the classes ensuring equality of opportunity for all.

Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.

Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.

Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils.

Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

32.5 hours per week – permanent role

Salary & Benefits

· M1-M6

· Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Who we are looking for

· Qualified teacher status

· Commitment to own continuous career development

· Prior experience teaching within the primary age range

· Demonstrable evidence of high standards of class teaching

· Experience of managing teaching resources 

· Practical understanding of effective teaching and evaluation strategies

· Good behavior management skills 

·  Awareness of current developments in Education and the implications of these

· Understanding of effective assessment and target setting procedures

· Understanding of inclusion and personalised learning

· Competent in the use of ICT

· Effective and adaptable communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to promote and develop a vision for high quality education, promoting inclusion,   spiritual, moral and cultural development

· A desire to allow each child the opportunity to fulfill their potential, both academically and   on a personal level

· A willingness to provide extra-curricular activities in line with the school’s commitment to   an extended and enriched curriculum

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country’s leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volunteering trips abroad, and regular trips/visits throughout the year.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other. We offer high quality programmes for CPD and Leadership Development delivered through our Teaching School Alliance to support our practitioners to deliver high quality teaching and learning across our academies.

Apply now - Click to complete your online application by 12th February 2018.

Visits to the Academy are welcomed. Please call 01472 320016 to arrange an appointment.

Edward Heneage Primary Academy is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.