KS1 Class teacher

Employer: Rutherford House School

Salary: Main Scale 

Contract type: Full time

Contract term: Permanent

Suitable for NQTs: No

Start date: Thursday 1st September 2022

Closing date: Friday 8th July 2022 (12pm)

Interview date: Week beginning 11th July 2022

 Please note there is the option to close the process early for an exceptional candidate.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and experienced teacher, who will support the school in its pursuit of developing lifelong learners that leave us embodying our School and Trust values. 

What do we offer you?

• Children who are happy, exceptionally well behaved and have a desire to learn. Our children are confident, articulate, and future leaders.

• The opportunity to teach a curriculum that develops awe and wonder, curiosity, and a depth of knowledge in all subjects. 

• A focus on a work-life balance and staff well-being; with reduced marking and planning expectations. 

• Additional weekly release time for class assessment, interventions and leadership development. 

• Excellent peer support and social opportunities from our outstanding, passionate team and across our 9 Trust schools. 

• A focus on the professional development of all staff, with access to subject leadership opportunities and NPQs. 

What do we want from you?  

• Belief in our School and Trust vision and values. 

• A reflective practitioner, who is open to taking risks and using research. 

• A strong desire to raising standards and igniting a love of learning for ALL pupils.

• A passion for teaching, and the belief in sharing best practice to inspire and motivate others.

• Strong behaviour management and the ability to create an enabling, creative learning environment. 

• Enjoyment of working in a fast pace and aspirational school.

• Commitment to safeguarding all pupils and promoting pupil wellbeing. 

Tours of the School are strongly advised and can be booked at a convenient time for you via the Office Manager, Ms Smith (details below).

If you want to help children learn, enjoy and succeed and have the ambition and enthusiasm to work in partnership with us, we would love to hear from you. 

Application forms and further detail can be found on our website, under the vacancy tab or downloaded below. Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. Completed application forms should be submitted to Ms Smith; details can be found below. 

Please contact the Ms Smith (Office Manager) if you have any questions or require further details about the post on either 0208672 5901 or angela.smith@rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk  

As part of BPET and Rutherford House’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all employees employed within schools are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.  Further details can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Services website https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check 

Rutherford House School welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.