Class Teacher

Dunton CofE Junior School; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunton CofE Junior School in a rural village near Biggleswade is seeking an experienced Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join our dedicated team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will teach Years 5 and 6, deliver knowledge-driven, progressive lessons and contribute to the wider life of our church school.

We offer a friendly, supportive staff, a strong federation with Wrestlingworth CofE Infant School and opportunities for professional development and collaboration across the federation.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Upper KS2.
• QTS or equivalent qualification.
• Able to contribute to the wider life of the school and its federation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver knowledge-driven and progressive lessons for Years 5-6.
• Support pupil progress, outcomes and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with staff across the federation and partner schools.

Skills

Upper KS2 teaching

Classroom management

Collaborative team player

Lesson planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Dunton CofE Junior School is a small, friendly village school located around three miles from Biggleswade. We are federated with Wrestlingworth CofE Infant School, and both schools were rated ‘GOOD’ by OFSTED in December 2023.

We are currently in an exciting phase of development, having transitioned to a split-site primary school in September 2024 as part of Central Bedfordshire Council’s Schools for the Future project. Wrestlingworth is now the only infant school in Central Bedfordshire, providing for children from Reception to Year 2. Pupils then move on to Dunton Junior School for Years 3 to 6.

With many positive and exciting changes ahead, we are seeking a committed and enthusiastic team to support us on this journey. As the only junior school in Central Bedfordshire, Dunton offers a distinctive and rewarding environment. We are looking to appoint an experienced Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join our dedicated team, on a permanent, full time basis.

You will be:

• Dynamic, energetic, well organised and dedicated.
• Passionate about teaching and learning, with a clear vision and drive for improvement.
• Able to create and develop an enriching, interactive and stimulating learning environment.
• Able to teach knowledge driven and progressive lessons which motivate and engage.
• Interested in participating in new ideas and initiatives.
• Happy to contribute to the wider life of a small school.
• Able to model and promote the vision and values of our church schools

In return we can offer:

• A school that prides itself on the individual attention given to every child.
• A dedicated and supportive staff team passionate about the learning and progress of our children.
• A school full of friendly, enthusiastic learners.
• Strong values reflected in the ethos of the Federation.
• Collaborative working and professional development opportunities across the Federation.
• Opportunities to work closely with other schools in the local cluster.
• Parents that support their children's learning and the life of the school.
• Rural surroundings with a strong village community.
• A school that cares for the wellbeing of staff

Wrestlingworth Infant and Dunton Junior CofE Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are required to conduct online searches about shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online.