Class Teacher

Telford & Wrekin Council; Dawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollinswood Primary School & Nursery is seeking a highly motivated teacher with strong classroom practice committed to high pupil achievement and wellbeing. The successful candidate will join a dedicated staff team supported by governors who strive for excellent education for all children.

The ideal applicant will be enthusiastic, energetic and capable of building strong relationships, safeguarding, and promoting positive health, safety and wellbeing for pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practice with high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
• Sound knowledge of children's learning and development.
• Ability to create an inspiring, creative learning environment.
• Motivation, energy and flexible, innovative approach to learning.
• Willingness or ability to teach across all year groups.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Skills

Excellent classroom practice

High expectations

Team player

Strong communication

Creative learning environment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

The Board of Governors at Hollinswood Primary School & Nursery is seeking a highly motivated and creative teacher with strong classroom practice and high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour. The successful candidate will join a skilled, dedicated staff team who take great pride in the school. They will also be supported by an active governing body committed to securing the best outcomes for Hollinswood Primary School & Nursery., We are looking for an outstanding education practitioner, who is passionate about teaching and learning and can instil and nurture this in pupils and staff. They will be innovative, organised and committed to improving educational standards. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and energetic with excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong and trusting relationships. Safeguarding should be at the heart of all they do, promoting positive health, safety and wellbeing for all children and staff. We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent classroom practice with high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
• A sound knowledge of children's learning and development.
• The ability to create an inspiring and creative learning environment in which children thrive.
• Motivation, energy, and a flexible and innovative approach to learning.
• Willingness or ability to teach across all year groups.
• The ability to work as part of a team.

They will also be committed to ensuring every child achieves their potential emotionally, socially and academically, regardless of starting points or background, so that they are equipped to enjoy their time at Hollinswood Primary School & Nursery and beyond.

We are a multicultural and multilingual school with over 33 languages spoken. Our ethos is one of inclusion, respect and high aspirations for all, and we are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their true potential. Our curriculum is designed around the pupils meaning they enjoy coming to school and make good progress. They are hardworking, articulate and enthusiastic, and alongside a strong pupil voice, we have healthy relationships with parents/carers. The school consists of two modern, well-equipped buildings with extensive outdoor sports and learning areas, including a dedicated forest school ground and facilities. We are committed to sports and competitions and offer a range of afterschool activities and development opportunities for all pupils, including Arthog outreach and Arthog Wales experiences for Yr 2 and Yr 6 pupils.

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