Classroom Teacher Ks1 - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitehill Primary School is seeking an experienced teacher who is passionate about education and committed to making a positive impact on children's learning. The role offers opportunities for personal growth, leadership potential, and a supportive team environment dedicated to each child's success.

Benefits

Free access to SAS Healthcare

CPD and leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced teacher with high expectations and passion.
• Ability to model professionalism and integrity.
• Keen learner who contributes to wider school life.

Responsibilities

• Foster inspirational learning and aspirations in students.
• Establish positive working relationships with team, parents, and children.
• Participate actively in the school community.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Reflection and commitment to improvement

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Community involvement

Job description

We are looking for a special someone who thrives on challenge and most importantly, shares our view that all children matter - they deserve the very best of starts. We are seeking someone with drive, a passion for teaching and who loves children.

Whitehill Primary School is in an exciting phase of its improvement journey and we need like -minded professionals to join our happy, determined team. We are at a juncture where we might have the perfect opportunity for you.

As a school, we actively encourage growth and development and as such, provide a full package of CPD, opportunities for people to step up as leaders and mentoring where needed. As a large school, we have lots of scope for our employees to learn and thrive. We value and look after our team and as part of our offer, all staff have free access to SAS Healthcare.

Whitehill serves a diverse community.Our vision is for all children to experienceinspirational learning,to developaspirational ideasand havefuture success.We are proud of, celebrate, value and embrace the rich diversity within our school and beyond. We strive to assist every child so that they feel safe, have the confidence and resilience to make and learn from their mistakes and to overcome any difficulties.We want all our students to discover the joy of friendships and the joy of learning,to develop into well rounded individuals who can thrive academically and socially and ultimately contribute positively to the world, succeed throughout life and fulfil their dreams without limits.

What are we looking for?

• We are looking for an experienced teacher who:
• Is aspirational and inspirational
• Is a keen learner, who is reflective and is committed to improving their practice
• Has high expectations of themselves and the children
• Is passionate, shows initiative but remains grounded
• Models exceptional professionalism, commitment and integrity and uses their excellent interpersonal skills to establish positive working relationships with their team, parents and children
• Contributes to wider school life, and understands the importance of being part of a wider school community

There is also the possibility of a leadership role for the right candidate.

If this describes you, we would love to hear from you.

This role carries a recruitment and retention allowance of £3,000 spread over two years. Please contact Mrs J Lumley on 07717743651 for full details. Not applicable for ECT or Agency candidates.