Class Teacher

Beckley Church of England Primary School is part of the River Learning Trust and is a thriving village school just outside Oxford, with a vision of excellence in all that we do.  We are looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic class teacher to join our team in April 2022, for one to three days per week.  This role may be fixed in one class, or may be working across two classes, depending on the candidate's strengths and availability.  This will be a temporary position (until the end of the academic year) in the first instance, but may lead to permanent and/or full-time opportunities thereafter. 

The ideal candidate will hold real passion for maximising the life chances of all children and will be motivated in their own development too; we place great importance on continuous professional development and inspiring everybody within our community to be ambitious in their learning. 

In return, we can offer a nurturing, friendly and happy school where we take care of each other.  We have polite, well-behaved pupils who love learning and have fun along the way.  Our location in the Oxfordshire countryside is breathtaking and offers many outdoor opportunities. 

The school received a GOOD report from Ofsted in 2018 where comments included:

"Pupils are nurtured and cared for well."

"Across your school there is an industrious yet joyful atmosphere."

"Broadly speaking, teaching across the school is strong, and pupils know what they need to do to succeed in the tasks teachers set."

"[Teachers] ask pupils carefully crafted questions and use these to decide who needs extra help."

"Safeguarding is a real strength."

Visits to the school are encouraged to see our fantastic location.  Telephone the school office on 01865 351416 or email headteacher@beckleyschool.org for more information or to arrange an appointment to visit.

The River Learning Trust and Beckley School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  All staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.  Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (one from current/latest employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role.  The River Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.  It is an offence to apply for certain roles within schools if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.  You should contact the school if you are unsure if this role includes regulated activity relevant to children.

For all RLT Safer Recruitment Documentation candidates should click on the following link RLT Safer Recruitment Documents for Candidates 

What benefits does the Trust offer to its employees?

A Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with favourable terms for all employees (Teachers Pension for Teachers; LGPS for Support Staff)

Moving from the public sector? Those without a break in service can be reassured that RLT will recognise their continuous service.

Employee centred and family friendly policies and practises that support you in and beyond your workplace.

Offering flexible working wherever we can, in order to support the work-life balance of our employees.

Enhanced sick pay, maternity leave, paternity leave and parental leave.

Competitive holiday entitlement for support staff (minimum 24 days rising to 32 day plus bank holidays  per annum - dependent on grade of role and length of service) 

Cycle to work scheme

Funded eye tests and glasses for DSE users (subject to T/Cs)

M1 to M6 – depending on experience.

Suitable for ECTs.

Part-time - 1 to 3 days per week

Temporary from 25th April 2022 - August 31st 2022

Closing date for applications: Monday 14th March 2022, 5:00pm

Interview date: Thursday 17th March 2022, time TBC