Class Teacher, EYFS and Phonics Lead - Holtspur School & Pre-school

Class Teacher, EYFS and Phonics Lead - Holtspur School & Pre-school

Location: Beaconsfield

Salary Type: MPS/UPS

Salary details: Main/Upper Pay (dependent on experience and qualifications) plus TLR

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time 32.5 Hours per week

Interviews to be held: week commencing 5th May 2025

About us

Holtspur School and Pre School is a one form entry primary school with excellent facilities, including a DLD ARP, a large pre-school and superb outside space. The strong, committed and caring team put the children at the heart of everything they do and are highly valued by the local community. Our mission statement of ‘Caring, Inspiring and Achieving’ encapsulates what we do and what we believe in.

Please see the attached Teachers Application Pack for full details or this rewarding and exciting role.

We will offer:

• A welcoming, caring school where everyone is valued
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who are very proud of our school
• A dedicated and motivated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school and in the local community
• The full support of the Headteacher and Governing Body for professional and leadership development
• A recognition of the tough job that teachers do and a commitment to supporting your work life balance and your wellbeing

About you

In return, we are looking for someone who is:

• A caring teacher who has the needs of our pupils and their families at the heart of everything they do
• A strategic leader who is up to date with current developments in teaching and learning and in the Early Years Foundation Stage and can model and share this with staff
• A highly effective classroom practitioner who is passionate about education and can coach and mentor other staff to enhance their practice
• An excellent role model for staff and pupils and a source of inspiration
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to make learning irresistible, inclusive and effective
• Passionate about early reading and willing to drive the progress of Phonics forward

Other information

Please contact the school office on 01494 674325 or office@holtspurschool.co.uk for more information or to arrange a visit with the Deputy Headteacher, which is greatly encouraged.

Holtspur School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full vetting checks, including a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent cautions and convictions

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form and return it prior to the interview.