Year 3/4 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

A thriving Acorn Education Trust school is looking to appoint an Year 3/4 Class Teacher for September 2022. Situated in the heart of the village of Keevil in rural Wiltshire, Keevil Church of England School is a thriving academy, within the Acorn Education Trust. Keevil is a beautiful picturesque village between Devizes and Trowbridge, just off the A361 with good access to Bath, Chippenham, Swindon and the M4 motorway.  

The main school is comprised of a lovely late Victorian building, with later additions, and three new classrooms. The main playground is shared by all classes, and, there is a dedicaed foundation stage play area.  The school field is situated by the church and we also have use of the village playing field. 

Contract: 0.6fte

Please note this position is until Easter 2023 in the first instance

 We would like to hear from you if you:

• Can challenge, inspire and support children in their learning;
• Can provide outstanding learning opportunities for our children;
• Have a good knowledge of the KS2 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;
• Value the importance of working closely with families to ensure the best outcomes for children;
• Are keen to work within and support the Christian ethos of the school.

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 for a visit to the school, please contact Tina Fish, School Administrator, on 01380 870376 or tfh@keevil.wilts.sch.uk. 

To apply, please click “quick apply”, and, send a letter outlining your educational philosophy to the Headteacher Lindsey Hermon via the school administrator tfh@keevil.wilts.sch.uk. 

Keevil Church of England Primary Academy and the Acorn Education Trust are 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 Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.  We are an equal opportunities employer.