Class Teacher - Key Stage 1 - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established school in Ashford is seeking a passionate teacher to join their dedicated team. This role offers an opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a supportive learning environment. The school emphasizes professional development through mentoring and coaching, ensuring that staff can grow their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on community and collaboration, this position is perfect for educators who are committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners. If you are ready to embrace a rewarding teaching career, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Mentoring and Coaching

CPD Opportunities

Supportive Working Environment

Community Engagement

Partnerships with Colleges

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and passionate about education.
• Committed to continual professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with staff and pupils.
• Foster positive relationships with the community.
• Implement effective behavior strategies.

Skills

Teamwork

Classroom Management

Assessment for Learning

Professional Development

Inclusive Teaching

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

We are seeking to appointan enthusiastic and passionate teacher who is innovative and highly motivated to join our friendly and successful staff.

We provide a supportive working environment and will help you to develop your knowledge and skills through coaching, mentoring, professional development opportunities and visits to other schools. We believe in nurturing and developing our staff, supporting them to achieve their goals and career progression. We look forward to supporting you in your teaching career at The Churchill School.

In May 2019, Ofsted noted:

'Everyone works as a strong and determined team to ensure that this happens.'

'Pupils are excellent ambassadors for the school. They have a strong voice in the school and thoroughly enjoy their time there. Pupils continue to be very well behaved, as reported in the previous inspection.'

'There is a strong culture of safeguarding across the school.'

What Skills and Experience We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who will:

• Work well as part of a team;
• Use effective behaviour strategies in and outside of the classroom;
• Be a good/outstanding classroom practitioner;
• Have high expectations of themselves and their pupils;
• Make effective use of assessment for learning and have an inclusive approach that enables children to flourish;
• Be able to foster positive, supportive relationships with children, parents, staff and the wider community;
• Be committed to continual professional development.

What The School Offers Its Staff

At The Churchill School, we pride ourselves on offering:

• A supportive working environment that provides mentoring, coaching, and opportunities to visit other schools to develop your teaching career;
• Excellent CPD opportunities;
• Polite and hard-working pupils who are eager to learn;
• A strong sense of community;
• Strong links within our Trust, with many joint events to enhance our children's learning;
• Partnerships with EKC Colleges that provide enriching opportunities.

If you are passionate about education and ready to inspire the next generation of learners, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application by the closing date of 14 May 2025.

Please state your curriculum strengths and experience on your application. Informal visits to the school are encouraged. If you would like to arrange a visit or find out more please contact the school on 01303 893892.

Completed applications should be returned to [e-mail].

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.