Primary teachers

Are you looking for an opportunity to capture young children’s interest and help them attain high standards across the board?

We are looking for a primary teacher to join our team at Forest Fields Primary School.

We are a large, popular multicultural City School and believe in working hard to break through all barriers to learning. Is this for you?

Forest Fields Primary has been judged as good by Ofsted. We are proud of the diverse community around school that has a rich ethnic and cultural tapestry, with currently 49 languages spoken in school. The school has a calm and nurturing ethos, which is rooted in the strong school values that drive both the pastoral and academic fulfilment of all. We put children first, and have high expectations of academic success for all. We value both our children's and staff wellbeing, and ensure children and staff feel valued and have fun learning.

We serve a diverse multi-ethnic community and practice in school reflects the richness and vibrancy of the area, with a commitment to raising standards.

We aim to appreciate the contribution of all within our community and we place great emphasis on mutual respect. We are looking for an inspirational, dedicated and hardworking teacher who is looking to develop their career in a three-form entry school.

If you can demonstrate a passion for teaching and learning, with a relentless commitment to putting children first, we can offer you excellent professional development opportunities in a happy school.

We are looking for a dynamic professional practitioner who:-

* Promotes very high standards of teaching and learning through excellent, creative classroom practice and management.

* Has a passion to ensure all children reach their full potential.

* Will take an active part in the wider life of our school.

* Has the ability to work under pressure with calmness and a sense of humour.

* Is able to teach across the Primary age range

* Demonstrate teaching and raising standards in all subject areas.

* Has a love of supporting all pupils to develop across a rich and varied curriculum.

* Can demonstrate a commitment to working in a multi-cultural school community.

*Enjoys reading, researching and evidence-based knowledge to support their professional development.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 17th May 2024.

Shortlisting will take place on Friday 17th May 2024. 

Interviews are scheduled to take place on the afternoons of Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 22nd and Friday 24th May 2024.

The post is due to start 29th August 2024.

A visit to the school with the Headteacher is highly encouraged to assist you in completing the application. Please phone the school office to make an appointment.

We are committed to the safeguarding, protection and well-being of all children and adults. The post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/ or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.