Class Teacher

Class Teacher — Infants and Early Years

Details

We are seeking an excellent infant/early years teacher to join Highfield Priory School and Nursery.

We are looking for someone who understands how young children learn and can combine high expectations with a warm, thoughtful approach. You will plan engaging teaching, respond to individual needs and help every child develop confidence, independence and secure foundations for future learning.

The successful candidate will have QTS and demonstrate excellent classroom practice within EYFS and/or KS1. Strong knowledge of phonics and early reading is essential, alongside the ability to develop children’s language, writing and mathematical understanding.

You will create a stimulating, well-organised learning environment, use assessment carefully to identify next steps and work closely with colleagues and parents. You should be able to support children who need additional help while providing appropriate challenge for those ready to move further.

Experience of leading phonics, or an interest in developing this responsibility, would be welcomed.

The appointment is initially for the summer term. A permanent opportunity may be available for the right candidate, although this is not guaranteed. Applicants should state whether they are interested in the fixed-term appointment only or would also like to be considered for a permanent position.

How to apply

Please complete the school’s application form and return it to ahughes@highfieldpriory.co.uk by the closing date. Your supporting statement should explain your relevant experience and the contribution you would make to teaching and learning at Highfield.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact schooloffice@highfieldpriory.co.uk

Safeguarding

Highfield Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The role involves regulated activity with children, including responsibility for their supervision, welfare and reporting safeguarding concerns.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information and satisfactory references. Online searches may be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to the rules protecting certain spent convictions and cautions from disclosure. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from regulated activity with children.