Class Teacher

Job Description

Downham Primary School, working in partnership with Berlesduna Academy Trust, has an exciting opportunity for a part time KS2 Class Teacher to join the team from 24th February 2025 until 27th March 2026 to cover Maternity Leave.

Pay Range: MPR

Contract: Fixed Term Contract - 2.5 x days per week (Wednesday afternoon, Thursday and Friday).

Applications close: Midday on 20th December 2024. Interviews: Week commencing 6th January 2025.

School

Downham Primary School, based in Ramsden Heath, Billericay is working in partnership with the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

We are looking for a person who:

· is fully able to lead a non-core foundation subject
· has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment
· has an engaging teaching style which enthuses and motivates the children to learn
· is fully inclusive of all pupils, regardless of their needs
· is resilient, passionate and excellent at building relationships
· works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice.

We can offer you:
· children who are enthusiastic learners and enjoy working together in a kind and caring community
· a high performing team
· supportive and friendly colleagues, parent and governors

Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.

Application

We welcome visits to the school prior to application. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office at admin@downham-ceap.essex.sch.uk or by phone on 01268 710387.

Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We may review the internet and social media relating to shortlisted candidates as part of the screening process.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.