Pontybrenin Primary School : Teacher

Educators Wales; Gorseinon, Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative primary school seeks a passionate classroom practitioner dedicated to enhancing teaching and learning. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, develop leadership skills, and engage with enthusiastic learners. With a commitment to innovative pedagogy and high expectations, you will contribute to a thriving school community that values creativity and collaboration. Join a team that believes in nurturing every child's potential and making a positive impact in education. If you are ready to inspire and lead, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

Supportive atmosphere

Professional development opportunities

Community involvement

Positive school culture

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of all pupils.
• Ability to maintain effective communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach motivated, happy, and enthusiastic learners.
• Participate fully in the life of the community school.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Innovative pedagogy

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Creativity in teaching

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Pontybrenin Primary School
Glyn Rhosyn
Gorseinon
Swansea
SA4 6HX
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
https://www.pontybreninprimary.com/

Pontybrenin Primary is a thriving primary school. We are innovative with strong links to other educational settings and a clear vision of how we wish to develop teaching and learning. We are also a Restorative and Rights Respecting school with high expectations in all aspects of school life.

The Post Requires:

• An excellent classroom practitioner who has sound knowledge of how children learn and high expectations of all pupils.
• A highly motivated practitioner who is eager to improve skills through close partnership working.
• The ability to maintain effective communication and working strategies with colleagues.
• Awareness of current initiatives in primary education.
• Commitment to innovative pedagogy.
• A willingness to participate fully in the life of our community school and contribute to a strong team ethos.
• A sound work ethic plus adaptability and flexibility to ensure the smooth running of our school.
• Very good interpersonal skills and a sense of humour.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a positive manner.
• Innovation and creativity in teaching and learning with emphasis on ensuring that all children successfully engage with the curriculum.
• Demonstrate an engaging, nurturing and entertaining approach to Teaching & Learning.

The post will offer you the opportunity to:

• Work in an innovative, forward looking environment.
• Begin to develop your leadership skills plus support to progress your career.
• Work in a supportive positive atmosphere.
• Be an integral part of a well-developed school community.
• Teach motivated happy enthusiastic learners.

Application form, person specification and job description can be obtained from the school via the email address above. Applications may be made online and returned to the school.

Please note the selection process involves classroom observations and work scrutiny.

Completed forms should be returned to the school at the above address by post or e-mail.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the school w/c 04 November 2024.

Closing Date for applications:

Thursday 24 October 2024 12pm

Shortlisting:

5 November 2024

Interviews:

12 November 2024

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