Year 1 /2 Class Teacher

Required  Full time Year 1 /2 Class Teacher for 1st September 2024

Salary: Main Pay Range depending upon experience

The Governing Body of Greystoke School are looking to appoint an outstanding and committed teacher to join our friendly staff team. 

Key Requirements:
•    Previous Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience teaching Year 1/2.  We are looking for a capable and proven  KS1 practitioner who can bring the best out of our learners
•    Subject Leadership: The ideal candidate will have experience in subject leadership and will be able to demonstrate their impact beyond the classroom. They will have a proven track record in inspiring and motivating their colleagues.
•    Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will place teacher-pupil relationships and rapport at the centre of their work, creating a positive, nurturing and supportive learning environment for all.
•    Curriculum Planning: The candidate must be able to plan engaging and carefully sequenced series of lessons, with adaptations to promote inclusion and cater to the diverse individual needs of all learners in the classroom. As a silver UNICEF Rights Respecting School an understanding of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in planning, practice and ethos is important.
•    Pupil Well-being: A focus on pupil well-being and pastoral care is crucial. The successful candidate should be committed to supporting the holistic development of each child, ensuring their welfare and happiness.
•    Team Player: A desire to contribute to, and benefit from, a close staff team is vital. We are looking for a proactive candidate who can collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community.

What we offer: 
•    Enthusiastic, hard-working and well-behaved learners.
•    A supportive staff team and governing body 
•    High quality, professional development opportunities within a forward thinking and collaborative culture. 
•    A welcoming and inclusive school community.

If you are a passionate and dedicated educator who meets the criteria above, we would love to hear from you.

Greystoke School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought, and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged but must be booked prior to arrival. 
Please e-mail or ring the school office to book your visit. 

Application packs are available by request from the school office (admin@greystoke.cumbria.sch.uk) or via the school website Vacancies  Greystoke Primary School
Completed applications should be sent electronically to Mrs Jeanette Matthews (Headteacher) via e-mail (admin@greystoke.cumbria.sch.uk). 

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th June 2024 at 12.00pm
Shortlisting: Tuesday 4th June 2024
Proposed Interview Date: Friday 7th June 2024