Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2)

Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred is a thriving, diverse, friendly three-form entry academy in the diverse community of Chafford Hundred, near Lakeside, Thurrock. We are a large primary school with over 650 pupils on roll. It is a three form entry school with a 52 place nursery. The school was graded as Good by Ofsted in May 2014, having moved from Requires Improvement, and is now on the pathway to securing outstanding provision for all pupils.  

We are looking to appoint inspiring and dynamic class teachers for September 2017, with opportunities available in all key stages. Please state your area of expertise in your supporting statement.

We can be flexible for the right candidate and therefore welcome applications from teachers at every stage of their careers - whether that’s one year or ten years!

For experienced teachers, there are opportunities to develop as middle leaders, while for NQTs, we provide our highly successful Harris Federation NQT programme where you will train alongside other NQTs from across the Federation. This enables aspiring teachers to support and learn from each other, in the true collaborative spirit of Harris. There is a structure of support and challenge with customised professional learning, and every NQT has a professional mentor.

What we are looking for:

Whether you are an NQT or an experienced teacher you will:

• Be an excellent practitioner with a creative approach
• Have high expectations
• Committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
• Be an excellent communicator and team player

We can offer exceptional professional development opportunities, a warm, friendly staff team and children who are motivated to learn. 

Why work at Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred?

• An ambitious, successful and vibrant place to work;
• Children who are bright, confident and eager to learn;
• A supportive working culture that focuses on positive learning behaviour and high expectations for all children;
• A senior leadership team that is highly committed to developing others

At Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred, you would be working as part of a very supportive team. In addition to the benefits outlined, we offer excellent professional development opportunities provided by Harris Federation.

We encourage all candidates to visit our academy where possible. Please contact us on 01375 484490 or email Tracey Holland on T.holland@harrisprimarychaffordhundred.org.uk to arrange a visit or a confidential discussion with the Principal. 

For more information, please download the Candidate Information Pack via the apply link.

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Harris academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. In line with our commitments to safeguarding, the Harris Federation uses preferred agencies and is unable to work with any agencies where Terms of Business have not been agreed by both parties prior to an engagement.