Class Teacher - Cronk-y-Berry School

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Learning and development facilities

Staff Welfare Service

Gym/pool access discounts (NSC)

Blue Light Card eligibility

Pension options

Job summary

Cronk-y-Berry School, part of the Isle of Man Public Service, is seeking a Class Teacher for a maternity cover. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons to encourage curiosity and independence and foster a safe, supportive classroom climate.

You’ll support pupils’ academic progress, wellbeing and personal development as part of a dedicated team. The post offers a competitive salary with annual increments and access to pension arrangements, with flexible working discussions available.

Qualifications

• Not specified in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity, creativity, resilience and independence.
• Support pupils' academic progress, wellbeing and personal development.
• Create a safe, positive classroom environment where pupils feel valued and motivated.

Job description

This role is a limited term appointment covering maternity.

About the role

Ready to inspire curiosity, nurture confidence and help every child reach their full potential?

Join Cronk-y-Berry School, a vibrant and inclusive primary school where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. As a Class Teacher, you'll plan and deliver engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity, creativity, resilience and independence, while creating a positive classroom environment where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated.

Working as part of a welcoming and dedicated team, you'll play a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, wellbeing and personal development. You'll contribute to a school community where collaboration, high expectations and a child-centred approach help every pupil feel supported and inspired to achieve their very best.

Bring your enthusiasm, creativity and passion for teaching to Cronk-y-Berry School and make a positive difference every day.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, you will be offered two pensions arrangements: the Teachers Superannuation scheme or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) arrangement.
• If you are returning to the island and have participated in the Department's Student Loan scheme for tuition fees, the loan will be repaid by the Department upon completion of your second year working as a teacher at one of the island's schools. The repayment is subject to a maximum of £7,500 for a three-year degree course or £10,000 for a four-year degree course, and the requirements detailed in the Teacher Loan Cancellation Policy.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors through the ACTIV8 scheme.
• You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.
• Free on-site car parking.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [e-mail].

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