Job Description

Fairhouse Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a KS1 Class Teacher to join our fantastic team. Applications from ECTs are welcome.

Start Date: 21st April 2025 (or earlier if available)

Contract: Full time / Permanent

Salary: Main Pay Range

Applications close: Midday on 28th January 2025. Interviews: Wednesday 5th February 2025.

School

Fairhouse Primary School is a two form primary located in Long Riding, Basildon. We are one of ten schools that form 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 have a great (and quite rare) opportunity for a Class Teacher to join our hardworking and well-established team at Fairhouse Primary School. The current vacancy is in Year 1.

We are looking for a person who:

· 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
· has experience of teaching key stage 1, including teaching phonics
· works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice.

We can offer you:

· well-motivated children who are eager to learn
· a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
· a commitment to continued professional development and networking across our trust
· good PPA provision and time for subject leadership
· fully supported ECT induction (where applicable)

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@fairhouse-pri.essex.sch.uk or by phone 01268 833915.

Please take care to complete the application in full, as any 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 Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the School

Fairhouse Primary School has an excellent reputation in the local community. We are one of ten schools that form 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. The Trust is growing rapidly and all schools work closely together to provide a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.