Additional Information
Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/12/2025) Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: MPS 1 - 6 or UPS1 consideredThe Role
Place of work: St Matthews CofE Primary & Nursery Academy, Peregrine Rd, Derriford, Plymouth, PL65FN
Post: Full Time Year 1 Class Teacher
Job Term: Maternity cover fixed term until December 2025
Closing date: 10th October 2024 at 9am
Interviews: 16th October 2024
Grade: MPS 1-6, UPS1 considered
Start date: January 2025
Are you a passionate teacher who believes in igniting every child’s passion for learning? Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team in a fantastic location? If this sounds like you, make the move to St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy.
We are seeking a new staff member for a Year 1 class where high-quality learning for all is at the heart of what we do. We are looking for someone who has high expectations, creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for our pupils.
St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work. We are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. Our staff team is one that is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that: ‘Each and every child is able to let their light shine’. You will be joining a highly effective team with a strong and very supportive team of leaders across the school. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.
In joining St Matthew’s, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.
To book a school tour please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org
If you have any issues applying for this role please contact HR via people@stcmat.org
Applications need to be submitted by 9am on Thursday 10th October 2024. Interviews will be held on the 16th October 2024.
To apply for this role please click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of this advert.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies
Qualifications
Qualification Title | Grade | |
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Qualified Teacher Status |
Essential
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Skills
Experience | |
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Successful experience of teaching KS1 and able to evidence at least good progress and achievement of pupils. |
Essential
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Experience of teaching across the primary age range |
Desirable
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Experience of building positive links with parents and the wider community |
Essential
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Experience of tailoring learning and delivery to match the needs of pupils. |
Essential
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Experience/Knowledge | |
A passion for, and strength in, the teaching of computing or modern foreign languages |
Desirable
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Ability to use new and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning |
Desirable
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A commitment to developing an engaging and motivating curriculum rooted in first hand experiences: making the most of the school and local environment. |
Essential
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A demonstrable commitment to inclusion |
Essential
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Ability to use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies to inform planning and provision |
Essential
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Highly effective behaviour and classroom management strategies |
Essential
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Sound pedagogical understanding of how children learn, including effective teaching and behaviour management strategies |
Essential
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Ability to deliver high quality teaching and learning that meets the needs of all learners and enables at least good progress (stating any particular phases of strengths). |
Essential
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Qualifications | |
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development |
Essential
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Personal Attributes | |
A reflective practitioner |
Essential
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A clear sense of own professional goals, a lifelong learner. |
Essential
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Ability to provide curriculum leadership in short or medium term- please state subject areas or experience |
Essential
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A clear sense of own professional goals, a lifelong learner. |
Essential
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Personal Qualities | |
Empathy for the aspiration of the Church of England’s vision for education (this is central to the Trust’s operation) |
Essential
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Ability to work flexibly, showing a creative flair and passion for all that you do. |
Essential
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Highly resilient with a positive outlook |
Essential
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CPD / Training | |
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development |
Essential
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Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Our safeguarding policy can be accessed via the below link:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/3/safeguarding
Our commitment to EDI
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
If you experience any problems submitting your application, please contact the FACE-Ed team on 01924 907319 during office hours (8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday).
If you have any questions related to the position please contact the HR Team on hr@stcmat.org.
MTW - St Matthew's CE Primary and Nursery Academy
St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
1 Peregrine Road
Plymouth
Plymouth
PL6 5FN
Hannah Richardson
people@stcmat.org