Classroom Teacher

Springhead Park Primary School; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher's Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

CPD and training opportunities

Job summary

Springhead Park Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to help raise life chances for pupils within a warm, inclusive environment. You will contribute to high-quality teaching, behaviour management, and strong pupil welfare.

You will collaborate with colleagues, build relationships with parents, and participate in our CPD programme, including support for ECTs.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or working towards QTS.
• ECTs welcome to apply.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Set high teaching objectives and clear content sequencing to support all pupils.
• Use engaging teaching methods to maintain curiosity and effectively use resources.
• Maintain high standards of pupil behaviour in line with school policy.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers to support pupil progress.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Proactive and well-organised

Strong planning and assessment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

ECTs welcome

Job description

About You:

This is a fantastic prospect for an enthusiastic, positive, and competent professional who is willing to work with us to improve the life chances of our pupils and benefit from opportunities for high-quality training and development.

We are looking for an inclusive practitioner who is passionate about making a difference. You will be proactive and well-organised, with high expectations and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our pupils.

You will be an excellent communicator and team player, and you will be able to give our pupils the skills and experiences to enable them to be confident, independent, and active learners as they continue their journey towards a full, successful, and happy life.

You will be able to:

• Show a detailed knowledge of the development and progression of subject(s) taught and keep up to date with developments in pedagogy for the subject(s) taught.
• Set appropriate and demanding targets for pupils' learning and motivation, identifying clear teaching objectives, content, structure and sequences to ensure all pupils can reach their potential in the subject taught and in literacy, numeracy and ICT.
• Use teaching methods that keep pupils engaged, including stimulating curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear presentation, and good use of resources.
• Secure high standards of pupil behaviour through well-focused teaching, establishing appropriate rules which pupils respect, and dealing with inappropriate behaviour in line with the behaviour policy.
• Build supportive relationships with parents.

For all teaching posts, we welcome applications from both experienced and recently qualified teachers (ECTs).

If you are a teacher, who can make learning fun, engaging and memorable, while being reflective and continually seeks to improve your practice, we would love to hear from you.

Why Work with [organisation-name] and The Primary First Trust

Springhead Park Primary School has excellent resources, vibrant teaching spaces and highly motivated, happy children who are keen to learn and develop. Springhead Park Primary School is a truly supportive environment where contributions and ideas are encouraged, valued and supported.

We have experienced leaders who are highly ambitious, that really care about the pupils and staff at the school

We are committed to supporting and training our teachers to reach their full potential and our CPD is exceptionally strong for all staff - we offer a robust and supportive ECT programme which targets the individual development of teachers at the start of their career, and our very best teachers are supported to progress their career into leadership or curriculum specialisms, if you choose.

This post will give you the opportunity to work as part of a team with dedicated, professional and determined staff. where you can make a tangible difference and the opportunity to be part of key Trust-wide collaborative groups covering education and curriculum based learning as well as wellbeing and inclusion.

We have a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, acces[s] to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which includes confidential counselling, access to wellbeing advice.

You will have also have access to the national terms and conditions and generous Teacher's Pension Scheme.

Next Steps

If you experience any issues while using MyNewTerm, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team at [e-mail].

All applicants will be emailed with the shortlisting decisions. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested before interviews.

If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews for this position may be conducted earlier than the stated closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will ensure consideration for the position and increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.