Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Gravesend; Presencial; GBP 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent, is seeking a qualified primary teacher to join our one-form entry Catholic school. The role focuses on delivering high-quality lessons for KS1/KS2, monitoring pupil progress, and fostering strong relationships with families and the wider community.

You will contribute to safeguarding, professional development, and whole-school events, ensuring a nurturing, inclusive environment aligned with our Catholic values.

Formación

• Experience of teaching KS1/KS2 in a primary setting.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Knowledge of the primary curriculum and assessment practices.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons following school plans and schemes of work.
• Assess, monitor, record and report progress; use data to drive next steps.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all pupils; set high expectations.
• Contribute to policy development and school improvement plans.
• Promote a positive learning environment and strong parent partnerships.
• Attend whole-school events and participate in professional development.

Conocimientos

KS1/KS2 teaching experience

Communication skills

Planning and organisation

ICT proficiency

Teamwork

Relationship building with parents and

Resilience

High standards of professionalism

Educación

Qualified Teacher Status

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualified Teacher status

Experience of Teaching KS1/KS2

Knowledge and understanding of:

• -The theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g., classroom organisation and learning strategies);
• -The primary curriculum and its applications;
• -The monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress;
• -The statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEN and Child Protection;
• -The positive links necessary within school and with all its stakeholders;
• -Effective teaching and learning styles;

Will be able to:

• -Promote the school’s aims positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale;
• -Develop good professional relationships with a team;
• -Establish and develop close relationships with parents, governors and the community;
• -Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences;
• -Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment;

Will be able to use ICT effectively to support and engage children in learning

A commitment and participation in whole school events

Committed to ongoing professional development

Personal Characteristics:

• Approachable
• Organised
• Resourceful
• Sense of humour
• Resilient
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the application for learning
• Experience of subject leadership

What the school offers its staff

St. Joseph’s is a vibrant and thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school situated in the heart of Northfleet, near Gravesend, Kent. We take great pride in our strong sense of community and the nurturing environment we provide for our students. As a proud member of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are committed to delivering an exceptional Catholic education.

Our school has consistently achieved Outstanding ratings in both our Ofsted 2023 inspection and our Section 48 Denominational Inspection in 2020. This recognition reflects our dedication to fostering an inclusive, high-quality learning experience where every child can flourish.

Why Choose St. Joseph’s?

Excellent Reputation: Our school is significantly oversubscribed, catering to children aged four to eleven. Parents and the community trust us to provide an excellent education rooted in Catholic values.

Strong Community Links: We have cultivated strong Home/School/Parish links, fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement that enriches the educational experience.

Outstanding Leadership and Staff: We pride ourselves on collaboration and supporting each other's professional growth.

Positive Learning Environment: Our students demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes towards their learning and peers, creating a respectful and productive atmosphere in which everyone can thrive.

Staff Well-being: We recognise the importance of prioritising staff well-being and offer a supportive environment that values work-life balance. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and part of a nurturing community.

Convenient: Our school is situated in a residential area, close to excellent transport links and amenities, including Ebbsfleet International Railway Station and Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The safeguarding of our children is paramount. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and meet statutory requirements. We conduct all necessary checks to ensure the safety of our children.

Further details about the role

Core Purpose and Values

Value every individual for their unique personal worth and nurture all individuals to be the best they can be in the Light of God’s Love, encouraging them to strive for excellence in every aspect of their lives.

Encourage every individual to be proud of who they are, of each other, their achievements and of their school.

Ensure that each individual makes the most of the opportunities and challenges given to them.

Provide a safe, caring, supportive environment for individuals to achieve.

Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and teach well-structured lessons, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work

Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment

Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils

Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school

Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes

Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach Health, safety and discipline

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils

Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Professional development

Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures

Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching

Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others Communication

Maintain high standards of communication with colleagues, parents and pupils. Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals

Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school

Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues Personal and professional conduct

Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school

Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality

Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities Other Responsibilities

Participate in the life of the school.

Commitment to the Catholic life of the school. To promote and support that life.

Skills & Knowledge

Sensitivity and understanding for building good relationships

Excellent verbal communication skills for motivating children to learn

Active listening skills to understand the children’s needs

Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

To be flexible and open to change for working on different activities

To enjoy working with other people

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all children and promoting the ethos and values of the school

The ability to create the best conditions for learning or teaching new things

High expectations for children’s attainment and progress

Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

Commitment to safeguarding and equality

Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status Degree

Successful primary teaching Knowledge

Knowledge of the National Curriculum and/or the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework

Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies

A good understanding of how children learn

Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs

Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils

Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies

Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

The teacher will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher or line manager.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.