Reception Teacher

“In all subjects, pupils’ work is of excellent quality” (OFSTED 2019)

EYFS: 98% of children achieved a Good Level of Development (2024)

KS1: 89% of children achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths; 21% achieved greater depth (2024)

Year 4: 100% of children passed the Multiplication Check with 71% achieving 100% (2024)

KS2: 98% of children achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths; 25% achieved greater depth. (2024)

About the School

 East Lane Primary School is housed in a new and purpose-built £14 million building with exceptional resources and is located adjacent to Wembley High. This provides our children with an ‘all-through’ experience of outstanding schools. East Lane Primary School is a 3 form-entry school with pupils from Reception through to Year 6. Our results to date have demonstrated exceptionality in all areas, including Early Years, Phonics, KS1 SATs and KS2 SATs. We have obtained outstanding results year upon year, which continue to be amongst the highest in Brent and significantly above the national average. It is vital that our school maintains the exceptional standards on which we pride ourselves. East lane Primary School has attained Outstanding Status under the new Ofsted Framework.

About the role

 We are looking for somebody who:

• Is an outstanding role model and can act as a leading classroom practitioner, inspiring and motivating other staff members.
• Has excellent knowledge of the Read Write Inc Programme and EY curriculum.  
• Has excellent English skills (clear written and spoken English) along with good reading, writing and numeracy skills.
• Has high expectations for all children and a real determination and belief that all children can succeed and progress well.
• Is willing to go the extra mile to personalise learning and ensure high quality interactions.
• Is an outstanding team member and able to use their own initiative to drive positive change in the areas they influence.
• Can create positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Can plan and provide an enabling environment that promotes effective care, teaching, and learning that allows all children to progress and prepares them for their next phase of development and learning.
• Manages behaviour to the highest standard.
• Has the ability to make a positive contribution to the school as a whole.

We offer:

• A high-trust, supportive culture focused on innovation and continuing professional development.
• Access to an experienced mentor who will support you to hone your teaching practice.
• Research-led attitudes towards teaching and learning including a real focus on exploring new ideas and taking risks.
• Opportunities for career progression including opportunities to fast track where exceptional performance is seen.
• Competitive salaries, generous staff benefits and a friendly nurturing environment.
• Close to a good transport network.

All teachers at East Lane Primary School receive a comprehensive, structured training programme, delivered by highly trained mentors and bespoke to the individual’s needs. As part of the WMAT we also have the Teaching School Hub for Brent, Barnet and Enfield which is based at WHTC. You can undertake NPQs with us and have the opportunity to develop your experience in the delivery of NPQs across a number of schools. If you are keen to develop as an outstanding teacher, enjoy sharing best practice with a community of dedicated peers and believe that all pupils can and should succeed, we would love to hear from you.

General

• To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.
• To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace.
• To ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

The service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

For further information about the school, please visit our website at www.elps.co.uk. If you have any questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us at reception@elps.co.uk.

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed, please contact the school office to book your visit.

Wembley Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome all applicants. Early applications are encouraged and the Trust reserves the right to withdraw this post should an appointment be made early.