Early Years Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy in Chesterfield is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to lead a class from Nursery to KS1. You will plan and deliver high-quality teaching that supports strong pupil progress and attainment.

You will foster an inclusive, engaging learning environment, promote independence and confidence, and work with colleagues, families and external professionals to support pupil wellbeing and whole‑school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching that secures strong pupil progress and attainment
• Assess, monitor and evaluate pupil achievement to inform teaching and learning
• Adapt provision to meet the needs of all learners and promote positive outcomes
• Foster independence, resilience, confidence and a love of learning
• Create and maintain a stimulating, engaging and supportive learning environment
• Enrich pupils' educational experiences through a broad and inspiring curriculum
• Effectively manage classroom resources and support staff to maximise pupil achievement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals to support pupil progress
• Lead, develop and evaluate a designated curriculum area, including assessment and curriculum provision
• Engage in professional development and contribute to the wider life, ethos and continuous improvement of the school

Job description

Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy are a small infant school just off Whittington Moor roundabout. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.

Further information about the school including access to the full Ofsted Report can be found on our website : Home | Whittington Moor

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher to take responsibility for a class of children within the Nursery to Key Stage 1 age range. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning that enables all pupils to make strong progress and achieve their full potential. They will play an active role in developing an engaging and inclusive learning environment, promoting independence and confidence, and contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching that secures strong pupil progress and attainment
• Assess, monitor and evaluate pupil achievement to inform teaching and learning.
• Adapt provision to meet the needs of all learners and promote positive outcomes.
• Foster independence, resilience, confidence and a love of learning.
• Create and maintain a stimulating, engaging and supportive learning environment
• Enrich pupils' educational experiences through a broad and inspiring curriculum.
• Effectively manage classroom resources and support staff to maximise pupil achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Lead, develop and evaluate a designated curriculum area, including assessment and curriculum provision.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to the wider life, ethos and continuous improvement of the school.