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Oakfield Primary School - Class Teacher
Closing date: 5th May 2025 - Midnight
Shortlisting: 6th May 2025
Interviews: 8th and 9th May 2025
About Oakfield Primary School
Oakfield Primary School is a thriving 2 form entry primary school located in Wickford, Essex. With a large field, dedicated outdoor learning area, and a spacious EYFS learning garden, our school provides an enriching learning environment for children to thrive. Equipped with an ICT suite and cooking area, we offer a well-rounded education that prepares our pupils for the future. On-site breakfast and afterschool clubs ensure that our families are well-supported.
Class Teacher
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated class teacher to join our talented team at Oakfield Primary School. As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire our eager learners and foster a love of learning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher early in their career who is eager to develop their skills further.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that promote a love of learning and intellectual curiosity
Adapt teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs or English as an additional language
Effectively use formative and summative assessment to monitor progress and plan subsequent lessons
Manage behaviour positively, establishing clear routines and high expectations to ensure a safe and productive learning environment
Contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school, building positive relationships with colleagues and parents
Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable Qualities:
Experience working in a primary school setting
Proven track record of delivering high quality teaching and learning
Creativity and innovation in lesson planning and delivery
Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school
Salary: MPS 1-5
Why work at Oakfield Primary School?
At Oakfield Primary School, you will join a friendly and supportive staff team who are dedicated to providing the best possible education for our children. Our well-behaved and eager-to-learn pupils create a positive and nurturing environment, making this an excellent opportunity to develop your teaching skills and make a real difference.
If you are passionate about primary education and are looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
Information about the School
At Oakfield Primary School we have high expectations and good outcomes for our children. We pride ourselves on the good education we offer our children and the excellent opportunities we provide through our foundation curriculum and focus on memorable moments.
It is important to us to develop children who are ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We place a high emphasis on the well being of our children and work closely with our families to support us with this.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children to join the Oakfield team.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from the whole community regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.