Class Teacher

Somerdale Educate Together Primary School; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Bristol seeks a temporary class teacher for Key Stage 2, covering maternity leave. The ideal candidate will support the Educate Together ethos, demonstrate flexibility and innovation in teaching, and engage effectively with families. Interested applicants should apply by 9am on 28th November. Flexible working and a strong community focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to support student progress and high standards.
• Experience in a primary school setting.
• Commitment to ethical education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 2 for three days per week.
• Implement the Learn Together ethical curriculum.
• Engage with families from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Flexible teaching skills

Innovative teaching methods

Child-centered education

Strong communication with families

Job description

Somerdale Educate Together Primary Academy is a one-form entry school, part of an Academy Trust that also has schools in Bristol, Bath, Weston Super Mare, Swindon.

We are looking for an excellent class teacher to teach 3 days per week (Wednesday to Friday) in Key Stage 2 on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave.

• Can you actively support our Educate Together ethos and prove you are already living it?
• Do you consider yourself a flexible, forward thinking teacher who can teach throughout a primary school?
• Can you demonstrate the ability to innovate and explore new ideas?
• Can you demonstrate that you can enable children to make very good progress and achieve high standards, while delivering a broad and balanced curriculum?
• Do you believe that education can be optimistic and fun to work in and you should be able to change things?
• Are you flexible, keen to lend a hand and enthusiastic about the opportunities?

If ethical education is vital to you, this is an exciting opportunity to join Educate Together.

Our schools operate under the following principles :

• Equity -based - all children have equal rights of access to the school and children of all social, cultural and religious backgrounds are equally respected.
• Co-Educational – all children are encouraged to explore their full range of abilities and opportunities.
• Child-centred – we always put the children at the heart of every decision and activity. If it is not in the interest of the children’s learning or welfare, then we ask why do it?
• Democratically run – we encourage active participation of parents, children and the community in the daily life of the school whilst positively affirming the professional role of the teachers.

Our ideal teacher will :

• Be eager to join the Educate Together Academy Trust that has a proven model and track record in teacher support, encouragement and development
• Understand fully the importance of working closely with families from a diverse background
• Be familiar with a school culture led by a strong ethos and distinct values

The Curriculum :

The unique Learn Together ethical curriculum is taught every day in an integrated way alongside the National Curriculum.

The Learn Together curriculum covers four strands :

• Moral and Spiritual
• Equality and Justice
• Belief Systems
• Ethics and Environment

Please apply by 9am on 28th November. Interviews will be held shortly afterwards.

Safeguarding Statement

Somerdale Educate Together Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.