Who are we looking for?Reception Class Teacher
MPS/UPS
FULL-TIME / PERMANENT
Required from September 2024
At John Gulson Primary School we are looking for an EYFS (Reception) class teacher with a proven track record of success in outcomes for children in early years. You will be part of the Early Years phase which constitutes a 36-place morning Nursery and 2 Reception classes. We are looking for someone who is up for a challenge and wants to get stuck in with all aspects of our school journey! As a 2FE entry school, you will have dedicated PPA with your year group partner and support from an EYFS specialist.
We want a consistently good/outstanding classroom practitioner within the Early Years (either as an experienced practitioner or from your teaching practices). You will be someone who is highly driven and motivated, has an eye for detail, and can work flexible and creatively and continue the journey towards raising quality of provision and standards in EYFS. At our March 2022 OFSTED inspection, EYFS was judged as ‘Good’ – the next step? Outstanding!
The successful candidate will have:
The motivation to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence.
Excellent inter-personal and the ability to both inspire and challenge colleagues Proven experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher.
Experience of working with children of different ages and abilities within the Early Years Have the ability to ensure that all children are given opportunities to excel; there are no ceilings to learning at our school! High expectations are a must! Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour
Ensure that mental health and well-being of all is central to your approach to teaching and learning.
In return we can offer:
• Kind, caring, hard-working and motivated children;
• Wonderful families;
• Friendly, supported and motivated staff team who are committed to improvement;
• Positive working environment;
• A commitment to staff wellbeing;
• A school on a journey of ongoing improvement and development;
• Full commitment to ongoing professional development opportunities
Further information about John Gulson Primary School is available on the school website: www.johngulson.coventry.sch.uk
If you would like to discuss the post further, you can contact the Headteacher, Mrs V Watson, via the school office (02476 227791).
How to apply
Further details and application packs can be obtained by contacting Mrs L Davis at l.davis@johngulson.coventry.sch.uk or apply using the online application.
Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Davis at the address above.
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 19th June at 4pm
Lesson Observations and interviews for shortlisted candidates: Monday 24th June 2024
Informal visits are encouraged. We are offering tours of the school on:
Monday 10th June at 8:15am OR Friday 14th June at 3:45pm
Please call the School Office to book a place on: 02476 227791
Safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including:
Teaching
enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.
References
All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
