Assistant Headteacher with Early Years Lead

St John & St James’ C of E Primary School is a one-form entry Primary School located in Hackney. We are a Federation of six schools called Primary Advantage. We believe our schools can gain many benefits from working collaboratively and can achieve more by working together. We have made a
commitment to a shared responsibility to the wider education community, the provision of good quality education and the improvement of life chances for pupils in the community beyond that of our own schools. Teachers, support staff, school leaders and Governors have added expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and outcomes for pupils.

We are looking to recruit a talented teacher to join our senior leadership team to support the school in providing the best possible standards of teaching and learning for our community. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, highly motivated and ambitious practitioner with experience in the EYFS to lead within our outstanding school.

We can offer you:

• Friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic pupils.
• A dedicated and motivated staff team who strongly believe in team work and building positive relationships across the school.
• An experienced leadership team working in partnership with the Primary Advantage Federation of schools to achieve more together.
• Exciting opportunities within our vibrant and multicultural community.
• A high focus on care, guidance and support for all staff members.
• Access to high quality professional development opportunities including ASTs, Consultant support, partnership CPD and Class based Lesson Study approaches.

In return, we are looking for someone who:

• Is dedicated and driven towards improving outcomes for every child.
• Is a strong, reflective classroom practitioner who is passionate about teaching and lifelong learning and has the ability and dedication to become an outstanding practitioner.
• Is keen to expand their knowledge, skills and understanding of learning, education and pedagogy in order to grow and develop as a practitioner.
• Is excited about learning and teaching and is committed to all elements of school life.
• Is a proven successful class teacher.
• Has a sound working knowledge of the Early Years and Foundation stage.
• Has a sound working knowledge of Key Stage 1.
• Is passionate around raising standards for all groups of pupils.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For queries in regards to this post, or to return your applications, please contact our Business & Resources Manage, Nikki Lawrence, at nlawrence@johnjames.hackney.sch.uk

Closing Date: Monday 31st October
Interviews: Thursday 3rd November

For more information about our school, please visit our website at www.johnjames.hackney.sch.uk

Successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check via DBS. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.