Teacher - Year 5

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding full time teacher or NQT to work in Year 5 in a rapidly improving school. Meadowside Primary School is a popular two form entry school situated on the outskirts of the bust town of Kettering.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a forward thinking staff and dedicated committed children.

One of our existing Year 5 teachers goes on maternity leave after half term and we require cover to start at the end of October. The position is offered on a fixed term contract but may have the potential to become permanent.

The successful applicant will:

• Be excellent classroom practitioner
• Be passionate about teaching
• Have high expectations of themselves and others
• Be committed to working as part of a team
• Be well organised and creative
• Have a positive attitude and commitment to high standards of teaching and learning

Description:

All our staff are valued and nurtured and opportunities given to extend and develop. We have lots of energy and are an enthusiastic and happy school. We have supportive governors, interested parents and well behaved children who are enthusiastic learners.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.

Our School values are:

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Reflection
• Resilience

Our values are so important to our school and beyond. Meadowside children learn through these values. Our staff teach through the same values

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Mrs T Pickles, School Business Manager, by email on Bursar@meadowsideprimary.org to request application details or arrange a visit. For further information about our school, please visit our website www.meadowsideprimary.org. Relevant information is attached to this advert.

Where a letter of application is attached it is not to exceed the equivalent of two sides of A4 using font aerial size 11. Clearly explain what you feel the priorities are for ensuring a child is an effective learner as well as how you meet the job specification.

Closing Date: Please apply by 5:00pm Friday 16th September 2016
Anticipated Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 19th September 2016

Application via e-mail to Jim Balmbra at the address below.

Meadowside Primary School
Kettering and Corby

Head Teacher: Mr Jim Balmbra

Phone: 01536 723985
Email: Head@meadowsideprimary.org

Infant, Junior, Lower, Primary

Pickles Bursar@meadowsideprimary.org