Job Description
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We are a small, friendly, and growing village school looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our team full-time. Whether your expertise lies in EYFS/KS1 or KS2, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils.
About Us:
At Finchingfield St John the Baptist CE Primary Academy, we are committed to our children's learning, well-being, and development. We believe in creating a nurturing environment where every child can explore, learn, and grow. Our teaching philosophy is influenced by Montessori principles, which focus on fostering independence, critical thinking, and a love of learning in a well-prepared and supportive setting.
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- A strong, caring, and supportive staff team.
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic children eager to learn.
- A nurturing, child-centered approach to education, beginning with the strong foundation provided in our nursery.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Be passionate about children's learning, well-being, and growth.
- Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for their pupils.
- Be a proactive team player, contributing to our dedicated and supportive staff.
- Share our vision and philosophy and deliver this effectively in the classroom.
Why Join Us?
Our school offers a rewarding and fulfilling teaching experience in a close-knit community. You'll be part of a team that believes in the potential of every child and is dedicated to supporting them as they grow into confident, respectful, and well-rounded individuals.
Visits to the School:
We warmly welcome and encourage visits to our school. Please contact the main office to arrange a visit or to speak to our Head of School, Samina Metson, or Executive Headteacher, Martin Hawrylak.
Information about the School
Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy is part of Canonium Learning Trust. We are a smaller than average Church of England school and are fortunate to be in a position to offer small class sizes, split across 4 classes. We are based in Finchingfield, a picturesque village just 20 minutes drive from Braintree, Dunmow and Hedingham.
The school has a rich history of providing outstanding education to its students, and is committed to the values of the Church of England in everything it does.
Influenced by the Church of England's vision to educate for 'life in all its fullness' (John 10:10), our focus on wisdom prioritises the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, moral and social development of our children. We aim to inspire wisdom with a golden thread of deep knowledge, critical thinking, strong communication and exciting learning opportunities running consistently throughout our curriculum.
Ultimately, we want our pupils to leave our academy as knowledgeable, thoughtful and articulate individuals, who are equipped with the cultural capital to thrive in our evolving world and society. By working together, we ensure our pupils are supported and challenge to nurture a keen mind, a willingness to question and the ability to make right choices, so that they are prepared for secondary school and beyond.
As a proud Church of England school, our vision and all that we do is underpinned by our core and Christian values:
Respect and reverence – we have regard for the feelings, wishes and rights of others Caring and compassion – we display kindness and concern for others Cooperation and service – we work together Perseverance and endurance – we keep going until we achieve success Honesty and virtue – we tell the truth Responsibility and trust – we are accountable for all our actions
Our staff team and I would be delighted to welcome you and look forward to sharing what makes our school unique.
Lois Osborne, CEO