Class Teacher

Burntstump Seely CofE Primary Academy; Calverton CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy invites an experienced teacher to join a supportive team across Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. The post involves teaching Nursery/Reception mornings and leading phonics for Year 1 in the afternoons to foster confident readers and well-rounded learners.

We seek a creative, collaborative educator with EYFS expertise and a commitment to high-quality provision, supported by a caring Christian school community in a rural setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in the primary phase, particularly in EYFS.
• Creative and enthusiastic teacher with excellent classroom practice.
• Secure understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong understanding of early reading and phonics; committed to making every child a confident reader.
• Understands the importance of high-quality continuous provision and meaningful adult interactions.
• High expectations of themselves and what all children can achieve.
• Able to nurture children's independence, confidence and love of learning.
• Ability to support and challenge children with a wide range of needs and abilities.
• Works collaboratively in a wider team to raise aspiration and achievement for all.
• Inspires and motivates children, colleagues and families.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nursery and Reception each morning, creating a nurturing and ambitious learning environment.
• Lead phonics teaching for Year 1 in the afternoon and deliver wider curriculum learning for Year 1 and Year 2.
• Work with colleagues to ensure Nursery and Reception continue to benefit from high-quality continuous provision.

Job description

Contract: Temporary to commence on 4th January 2027 (The job will be guaranteed for 2 terms with the possibility of this extending into the following academic year).

Pay: MPS 3 - 6

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced teacher to join our friendly, ambitious and supportive team at Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy.

The Governors of Burntstump Seely wish to appoint an experienced, committed and enthusiastic teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to work across Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, helping to shape children's learning during the most important years of their education.

The successful candidate will teach our Nursery and Reception children each morning, creating a nurturing, engaging and ambitious learning environment where every child can flourish. During the afternoon, they will lead phonics teaching for Year 1 pupils, deliver wider curriculum learning for Year 1 and Year 2 children and work alongside colleagues to ensure that our Nursery and Reception children continue to benefit from high-quality, purposeful continuous provision.

This post would suit someone who:

• Has experience within the primary phase, particularly in EYFS
• Is a creative and enthusiastic teacher with excellent classroom practice
• Has a secure understanding of child development and the Early years foundation stage statutory framework
• Has a strong understanding of early reading and phonics and a commitment to ensuring every child becomes a confident reader
• Understands the importance of high-quality continuous provision and meaningful adult interactions
• Has high expectations of themselves and of what all children can achieve
• Is skilled at nurturing children's independence, confidence and love of learning
• Can effectively support and challenge children with a wide range of needs and abilities
• Works collaboratively as part of a wider team to raise aspiration and achievement for all
• Inspires and motivates children, colleagues and families

In return, we can offer:

• A good school with a happy, welcoming and supportive working environment
• Enthusiastic, polite and respectful children who are eager to learn
• A highly supportive team who share ideas, celebrate successes and work together to overcome challenges
• A supportive governing body and leadership team
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
• High-quality CPD and opportunities for career development
• A unique and rewarding role spanning EYFS and Key Stage 1
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children during their formative years
• The chance to work within a school where every child is known, valued and nurtured
• A beautiful rural setting that provides inspirational learning opportunities

About Us

At Burntstump Seely we endeavour to create a positive, inspirational and nurturing experience in an environment of mutual respect. This is embedded within our inclusive Christian community where we welcome families of all faiths and none.

We are a small church school with a genuine family feel and are proud to know our children and families well. We ensure that everyone's gifts are discovered, valued and nurtured so that all can flourish. Our Christian vision and values underpin all that we do as we strive to develop confident, compassionate and resilient learners.

Burntstump Seely is truly unique. Situated in the idyllic surroundings of Burntstump Country Park, our school benefits from beautiful woodland views, extensive outdoor learning opportunities and a peaceful setting that provides an exceptional backdrop for children's learning and development.

Burntstump Seely is a proud partner academy of SNMAT. Being part of our Trust provides opportunities for collaboration, professional growth and support whilst allowing us to retain the individuality and warmth that makes our school so special.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. If you would like to visit, please contact the academy office on 0115 9632833 or by emailing [e-mail]

Visit dates/times:

Thursday 24th September at 10am

Wednesday 30th September at 5:15pm

Thursday 1st October at 4:30pm

Tuesday 6th October at 10 am

Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks.

Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy: where every child is known, every gift is nurtured and every member of our school family can flourish.

Should we receive an unprecedented number of applications, we may close the deadline early.