• demonstrate excellent classroom practice 
• be flexible and enthusiastic
• motivate and inspire children, offering both challenge and enjoyment
• demonstrate a positive attitude and good communication skills
• display high expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour
•  work well as part of a team
• show a keen interest to play a full part in the life of the school community 

In return we can offer you:

• a vibrant and friendly environment 
• friendly and welcoming staff
• the opportunity to plan as a year group and work collaboratively with your peers
• a supportive leadership team
• enthusiastic teaching/early years assistants who provide high quality support
• a range of staff benefits and incentives including discounted wrap around care fees and staff lunches, online delivery drop off service and free refreshments
• no excess marking or paperwork workload
• wellbeing support

Quotes from our current staff members

 “The academy allows me time off to watch my own children’s performances”

“As a new member of staff, I felt welcomed and supported”

“Ferrars offers a friendly, family working environment”

Additional information

Applicants for this public facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse and provide effective help or advice in fluently spoken English.  

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  Internet searches will also be carried out prior to interview. 

Those who were born or have lived outside the UK may need to acquire additional overseas checks, which will be the responsibility of the candidate. 

Experience of working in a school is desirable. 

CV's and Personal statements are not accepted for any posts based in schools.

Please ensure that references include your most recent employer and that the contact email is their professional NOT their personal email address. 

Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact enquiries@ferrarsacademy.co.uk or call the school office to book an appointment. 

Successful applicants may be called to interview before the closing date and as such the advert may be withdrawn earlier than stated so early applications are encouraged. 

The Ferrars Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the wellbeing of all our staff.