Year 1 Class Teacher

Wansdyke School are seeking to recruit an experienced Year 1 Class Teacher, starting April 2023, for this successful and popular school. This is a part time position (Monday – Wednesday, with additional PPA taken outside of teaching days) and is fixed term until August 2023.

Wansdyke School is a vibrant primary school which is committed to continually raising standards and achieving excellence through providing exciting and memorable learning opportunities for every child. In our most recent inspection, we were graded as Good. We have fantastic children and an engaged school community. Located on the outskirts of the delightful market town of Devizes, Wansdyke School is a thriving academy within the Acorn Education Trust. Situated in the heart of beautiful, rural Wiltshire, Devizes has excellent access to routes to Chippenham, Swindon and the M4 to the north, and the A303/M3 to the south.

Please note: This position is not suitable for ECTs.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Can challenge, inspire and support children in their learning;
• Are experienced in phonics;
• Can provide outstanding learning opportunities for our children;
• Have a good knowledge of the primary curriculum;
• Are dedicated to and have high expectations of children and a belief that all children can succeed;
• Are committed to teaching using a creative, cross-curricular approach;
• Have excellent communication and inter-personal skills;
• Are able to create a high quality stimulating, interactive and creative learning environment;
• Are able to work effectively within our hardworking, talented and friendly team on whole school issues and can share good practice.

We can offer the right candidates:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic staff and children who are keen to learn and deserve the best;
• Well-resourced classrooms with up to date technology for every teacher;
• A highly organised and very supportive team;
• Wonderful opportunities to work and plan collaboratively with experienced colleagues across the Trust;
• A clearly defined and supportive induction procedure;
• High quality professional development opportunities

For more information, or to arrange a school tour, please contact our school administrator at admin@wansdyke.wilts.sch.uk

To apply, please use 'Quick Apply' to complete an application form, and, send a letter outlining your educational philosophy to the Headteacher via the School Administrator at admin@wansdyke.wilts.sch.uk

As part of the Acorn Education Trust, Wansdyke School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Discloure And Barring Service check and Health Screening before appointment is confirmed. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post we will carry out a social media account search.