Class Teacher (PPA Cover)

A thriving Acorn Education Trust school is looking to appoint a Class Teacher to cover PPA across the school, starting as soon as possible. St Michael’s Church of England Primary School is located in the village of Larkhill, Wiltshire. It is a happy, open, inclusive and diverse church school where the staff are dedicated to creating a great environment for children to thrive and learn.  

At St Michael’s Church of England Primary School, we want to spark interest, ignite a passion for learning and fire up ambition to inspire every child to recognise and exceed expectations. We are immensely proud of our school and the facilities we can offer. As a Class Teacher, you will work as part of a team, planning alongside and collaborating with other teachers to provide cover during their PPA. 

Please note: this can be a full time or part time postition. It is fixed term until the academic year (August 2023).

This role is suitable for ECTs or experienced teachers.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Are strong classroom practitioner with the ability to impact significantly on student outcomes across all key stages;
• Have a good knowledge of the KS1/ KS2 curriculum;
• Are dedicated to and have high expectations of children and a belief that all children can succeed;
• Are committed to teaching using a creative, cross-curricular approach;
• Have excellent communication and inter-personal skills;
• Have a strong belief in the power of education to transform lives;
• Are able to create a high-quality stimulating, interactive and creative learning environment;
• Are able to work effectively within our hardworking, talented and friendly team on whole school issues and can share good practice;
• Can offer specialism enrichment (e.g., drama, music or MFL) (desirable).

We can offer the right candidates:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic staff and children;
• Well-resourced classrooms with up-to-date technology for every teacher;
• A highly organised and very supportive team;
• Opportunities to work and plan collaboratively with experienced colleagues across the Trust;
• A clearly defined and supportive induction procedure;
• High quality professional development opportunities

For more information, or to arrange a tour of the school, please contact the School Office on 01980 670268 or by email admin@stmichaelsprimary.org.uk.

To apply, please use the “Quick Apply” button to complete an application form, and, send a letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining your educational philosophy to the Headteacher via admin@stmichaelsprimary.org.uk.

Applications will be considered as they come in. Candidates will be invited to interview on an application-by-application basis.

As part of the Acorn Education Trust, St Michael’s Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure And Barring Service check and Health Screening before appointment is confirmed. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post we will carry out a social media account search.

Headteacher: Nicky Phillips