Teacher

East Riding; Pocklington; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocklington CE Infant School in Pocklington, YO42 2HE, seeks an exceptional full-time teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover until 4 February 2028. The role is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at Pocklington Infants.

The successful candidate will join a supportive, ambitious staff team and help shape the next phase of our school improvement journey within a Christian environment.

Qualifications

• Must be an exceptional teacher who is passionate, reflective and committed to making a real difference for our children.
• Seeks to contribute to whole-school development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Passionate teacher

Reflective practitioner

Committed to development

Job description

Fixed term until 4 February 2028 (Due to Maternity Cover)

Type Hours

Full time (32.5 hours per week)

Days

Monday to Friday

Address

Pocklington Infant School, Maxwell Road, Pocklington, YO42 2HE

This is an exciting time to become part of our school community. We are at the beginning of a new chapter in our school improvement journey, working in partnership with the RISE project and alongside a newly appointed Headteacher.

We are looking for an exceptional teacher who is passionate, reflective and committed to making a real difference for our children. This is a unique opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment -to shape the future of the school and to grow professionally as part of a supportive and ambitious team.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a happy and caring community of children, staff, parents and governors, united in giving every child the very best possible start in their learning journey.

We are proud to be a school where:

• Children are happy, confident and love learning
• Staff are caring, committed and highly dedicated, bringing a wide range of expertise
• Learning is driven by an exciting, creative and inclusive curriculum, enabling every child to achieve their very best
• Our environment is attractive, well-resourced and stimulating
• Parents and governors are actively involved partners in school life

We work hard to ensure that Pocklington Infants is a vibrant, nurturing and inspiring place to learn and grow.

Our Improvement Journey

As we move forward, we are excited to be working with the RISE project to further strengthen teaching, learning and outcomes for all pupils. This provides a fantastic opportunity for professional development, collaboration and innovation.

We are seeking a teacher who:

• Is committed to high-quality teaching and continuous improvement
• Is excited to contribute to a whole-school journey of development
• Believes in inclusive practice and enabling every child to thrive
• Is ready to play a full role in shaping the next phase of our school’s success

Our Mission

To provide high-quality learning experiences that enable everyone to reach their full potential within a stimulating, safe and nurturing Christian environment.

At Pocklington CE Infant School, our four core Christian values are: Compassion, Perseverance, Truth and Respect.

These values were chosen by our pupils, in partnership with parents, staff and governors, and are at the heart of everything we do. As a Church of England school, our Christian ethos underpins our daily life, guiding our relationships, decision-making and the way we support every member of our community.

Online applications close on 15 November. Applications will be received at the school up until 9am on 16 November.

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Schools applications

This school does not have the resources to send individual notifications to all applicants who are not shortlisted so if you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date you should assume you have been unsuccessful.

If selected for interview, an online search will be conducted for candidates. This is in line with KCSiE 2022.

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check. The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All members of staff are expected to share this commitment.