Key Stage 1 Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Wigston; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Smaller class sizes

Professional development

Supportive team

Résumé du poste

Water Leys Primary School is seeking an exceptional, motivated individual with energy, enthusiasm and a passion for making a difference in children's lives. This exciting opportunity sits within a supportive team in a nurturing, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate will lead engaging lessons, foster resilience and wellbeing, and collaborate with parents and staff to support progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour while

Qualifications

• DBS check and safeguarding training required.

Responsabilités

• Deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge learners.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to monitor and support progress.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment with high expectations.

Description du poste

What skills and experience we're looking for

“Water Leys Primary School is a nurturing and inclusive school. Pupils are happy, polite and well mannered. Pupils feel safe and cared for. The ‘CARE’ charter sits at the heart of everything.” Ofsted 2024.

Are you someone who is dedicated and passionate about education?

We are looking for an exceptional and highly motivated individual who brings energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for making a difference in children's lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team committed to providing a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our pupils' educational journey, nurturing their confidence, independence, resilience, and wellbeing while maintaining high expectations for achievement, behaviour, and personal development. You will have the opportunity to inspire a love of learning, build positive relationships, and make a lasting impact on the lives of our amazing pupils.

Working collaboratively with parents, colleagues and support staff, you will champion the needs of every child and ensure they receive the support, encouragement, and challenge needed to reach their full potential. If you are committed to excellence, passionate about inclusion, and determined to help children flourish both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you.

The ideal candidate will:

• Put the children at the forefront and support our inclusive, caring ethos.
• Possess the ability to teach high-quality lessons and to create memorable learning experiences.
• Be creative, dedicated and dynamic.
• Be an excellent communicator and be able to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.
• Engage with parents and carers to support the progress and well‑being of pupils.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work with friendly, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and like a challenge.
• A happy, supportive and motivated team environment.
• Smaller than average class sizes.
• A commitment to training and professional development.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 3pm, Wednesday 18th November Interviews will take place on Thursday 26th or Friday 27th November 2026.

Further details about the role

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical
• Online and social media
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children

References need to include your most recent employer and will be requested prior to Interview. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.

Commitment to safeguarding

Water Leys Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its pupils. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, two references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

£19,162.99 (Actual) per Annum Less than 5 Years'