EYFS Class Teacher

LIFE Education Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

LIFE Education Trust is seeking an EYFS teacher to deliver the curriculum in the Early Years Foundation Stage and to contribute to curriculum development. You will mark and assess pupils and support the school’s vision and values in a caring, collaborative environment.

The role is part-time (0.6 FTE by agreement) and based at our Chelmsford site, offering a welcoming school community with supportive colleagues and opportunities to contribute to pupils’ growth and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach the EYFS curriculum.
• Participate in developing an age-appropriate curriculum.
• Mark and assess pupils' work.
• Support the vision and values of LIFE Education Trust.
• Part-time role with 0.6 FTE agreed with the successful applicant.

Job description

To teach the curriculum in EYFS as required by the Head Teacher. To participate in the development of appropriate curriculum. To mark and assess pupils' work. To support the vision and values of the school. This a part-time role where 0.6 will be agreed with the successful applicant.

Job responsibilities

• Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our pupils
• Support the vision and values of our school
• Inspire young children with a passion for learning
• Plan creatively for high quality teaching, learning and assessment
• Deliver highly effective and engaging lessons with the aspiration of raising academic progression of our pupils
• Have a real belief in inclusivity and the fact that all children can be supported to be successful
• Be professional, approachable and caring
• Work collaboratively across the school

The successful candidate will be part of a positive environment, with dedicated and supportive colleagues who strive for excellence. The school is committed to providing the very best learning opportunities for the pupils in a safe, secure and friendly environment. In return you will be working with friendly colleagues in a stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

Our Way of LIFE

Our Purpose is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish' and at LIFE Education Trust we work collaboratively to ensure that everything we do can positively impact the lives of our pupils and employees. To accomplish our purpose, we use our 3 core beliefs: 'Courageous Optimism', 'Boundless Creativity' & 'Heartfelt Compassion'. We believe in helping colleagues and pupils achieve their personal best and we strive to recruit first class talent for our Trust.

References and DBS Checks All offers of appointment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references. LIFE Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. Please be aware that some uploaded documents may require special software such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.

We are a school that prides itself on balancing good academic standards with caring, supportive pastoral care. Our SATs results are at national standard or above and are continuing to improve. In February 2018, Ofsted called our school, "a caring, welcoming school in which pupils develop a sense of security needed to become confident learners" where "pupils are polite, eager and cooperative in their learning." They praised the fact that pupils, parents and staff are proud to be part of our school with one parent stating that staff, "go above and beyond to care for the children." Through working with the dynamic LIFE Education Trust and schools in our River Chelmer Partnership, we are continuing to develop our holistic approach which supports the physical, moral and spiritual development of our pupils. We offer a wide range of clubs out of the school day. We are fully committed to the beliefs of LIFE Education Trust: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion, which we believe support our Christian foundation and our distinctive Christian ethos and build great learning communities. Our expectations are high for both pupils and staff and we believe in being aspirational. Our motto is "Hope and a Future" and we aim to give all our children the tools they need to flourish and prosper. Our Vision, "For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11, support us all in our endeavours to achieve this. Ford End is a wonderful school with delightful children who are a joy to teach and support, and together with LIFE Education Trust, we will continue to serve our community and give all our children the hope they need for a fulfilled and successful future. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.