Reception Class Teacher
Thornton College
Buckinghamshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- October 2016
- Apply by:
- 4 September 2016
Job overview
Thornton College is a highly successful school for girls aged 4 – 18 with a co-educational nursery attached. Situated in 25 acres of beautiful parkland, just outside Milton Keynes on the Northants/Bucks border, the school has grown from strength to strength over the past decade and the demand for places is high. Numerous major developments have recently taken place including an award winning Science and Prep Classroom building, Expressive Arts Studio and Pre-Prep Department. Thornton College will be opening a new Sixth Form in September 2016.
We would like to appoint a Reception Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) from October 2016
We would like to appoint an energetic Reception / EYFS Teacher who possesses a style of teaching that sparks creativity among pupils and develops a love of learning. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to truly get the best from their pupils by adhering to the highest of standards and expectations at all times. We want to appoint an exceptional teacher to work alongside both EYFS and Prep School staff to ensure that the children receive an outstanding education full of opportunity and excitement. This position is available from October half term to cover the 2016 / 2017 academic year. There could be an opportunity for a teacher with KS1 / KS2 experience beyond this period.
For further information about the post including a full job description, please contact the Head of Thornton College, Mrs Jo Storey by email jstorey@thorntoncollege.com in the first instance.
Closing date for applications: 5th September 2016
Interview date: 9th September 2016
Thornton College is committed to safeguarding pupils. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.
About Thornton College
Thornton College is a leading independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls. It is one of the most successful non-selective schools in the UK and offers a warm and nurturing educational environment alongside a rigorous and exciting curriculum.
There are approximately 400 children in our school from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form. Over 70 girls board on a weekly or termly basis and many more take advantage of our occasional boarding option (when beds are available).
The School is set within 25 acres of beautiful parkland just outside Buckingham and within easy reach of Milton Keynes, and conveniently located between Oxford & Cambridge. Children of all Christian denominations, of other faiths and of no faith are welcome in our school. All are equally valued and all are equally important. Thornton is a school that parents and girls can trust to deliver the highest standards of education coupled with outstanding pastoral care. We are dedicated to blending academic excellence with a richness of opportunity beyond the classroom. We believe that teaching and learning should be both challenging and enjoyable for pupils of all abilities and we aim for the highest possible standards. Our academic results are testament to the way the girls are challenged and motivated to give their best in all they do.
There is an exciting School Development Plan, which has the continued strengthening of the school’s academic standing as the priority. Following the successful opening of our award-winning Science and Prep Classroom building and our Expressive Arts Studio, we opened a brand new Sixth Form department in September 2016.
Our most recent ISI inspection report judged the school to be ‘Excellent’ in all areas and the successful candidate can be sure of working with a team of extremely dedicated staff in a very motivating, forward-thinking school environment.
The School is committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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