KS1 Class Teacher

Halley House School is a new two-form entry Free School that opened in Arcola Street, Dalston in September 2015. The school is one of seven free schools established by Bellevue Place Education Trust. We believe in having rightfully high expectations and standards for every pupil and by working actively in partnership with our children, staff, parents and the local community, we will support and guide our pupils to reach their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. Halley House is a school that enables its pupils to take confidence from, and enjoyment in, everything they do, and places them at the heart of a vibrant, thriving school community.

We are looking for an experienced, inspirational and ambitious practitioner to join our growing team as a Key Stage 1 class teacher.

Our Candidate:

You have experience and passion for working within Key Stage 1. You enjoy using creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning and respond to the individual strengths and needs of the children in your care. You are committed to delivering exciting learning experiences in stimulating environments, both in and out of the classroom. You display relentless passion and enthusiasm for striving for the very best, and your talent for effective planning, teaching and assessment enables children to make exceptional progress. You are excited and motivated by the rewards and challenges that working in a school at the beginning of its journey affords and welcome the opportunity to really make your mark!

Our offer:

In addition to an attractive starting salary, with the potential for a TLR, we offer excellent professional development and training opportunities. We are committed to supporting and developing both our staff and children, and have created a warm and welcoming environment. We also provide three entitlement days for staff throughout the year.

Why not visit us and see for yourself:

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office at office@halleyhouseschool.org.uk to arrange a tour and visit with the Headteacher, Claire Syms.

For more information, please take a look at the school website at www.halleyhouseschool.org.uk

To apply:

If you have the skills and drive to be successful, please download the attached documents and submit your completed application to us at office@halleyhouseschool.org.uk

Closing date: 3 March 2017

Interview date: w/c 6 March 2017

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment and DBS checks. Halley House School welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.