We are looking to appoint an inspirational, passionate and committed Learning Development Lead to join our dedicated and supportive team .

This is a new role in our established Extended Leadership Team. The Learning and Development Lead will inspire and guide staff through incremental coaching and building on current strengths. They will share best practice with others and be passionate about teaching and learning. The learning and development lead will be an excellent class practitioner ensuring they are a role model across the school. The learning and development lead will demonstrate inclusive practice and be a champion for the effective use of adaptive practice to support all learners achieve. They will have had experience adapting provision effectively to support children with SEND and EAL. They will spend 0.8 in the classroom and 0.2 protected leadership time.

The role of the Class Teacher is central to the success of The Palmer Primary Academy and is a position which has a direct impact on improving the life opportunities for our children.  Class Teachers are responsible for the day-to-day teaching and learning provision for all children in their class, including those with Special Educational Needs, English as an Additional Language, those more-able learners and those eligible for the Pupil Premium Grant. 

We rightly pride ourselves on the high expectations we place on the academic achievements and behaviour of all children, whatever their need, as well as a broad, diverse and engaging creative curriculum which underpins all that we do. The Palmer Primary Academy is an inclusive setting, valuing all children’s achievements, ensuring that each child is given every opportunity to meet their full potential.  Every child's personal development and well being is at the heart of what we do. Through our Palmer Powers we empower children to take ownership and responsibility for their learning. There is no doubt that The Palmer Primary Academy is an exciting place to be – for children, staff, parents and the local community! 

As a Class Teacher and Leader, you will be passionate about ensuring the best outcomes for all children and giving them every opportunity to succeed, whatever their barriers may be.  You will create a productive class environment where every child is respected and treated as an individual and differences are celebrated.

What we’re looking for?

·                A motivated individual who wants to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence 

·                Excellent inter-personal skills and a willingness to collaborate with others

·                Experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher

.                Experience of leadership, such as a subject leader, with proven impact.

·                Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour 

·                Good organisational skills

·                Creativity which drives all aspects of teaching and learning

For further information about the role come and visit our school!  To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office.  School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only.

Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust? 

Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice: 

·                Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities. 

·                Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared. 

·                Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff. 

·                Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools. 

·                Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives. 

·                Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations. 

Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations. 

Benefits 

·                We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

·                Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.

·                Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills. 

·                Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.   

·                Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks. 

·                Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family. 

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits! 

Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection  

At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.   

We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity. 

For more information about our safer recruitment processes, please click here for our Safer Recruitment Policy. 

All information is stored securely, and any information supplied by unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed through a confidential waste system six months after the decision has been communicated, in accordance with our information and records retention policy.  

The Trust ensures all applicant data is stored and processed appropriately. For further details on how your information will be managed during the recruitment process please refer to our Privacy Notice for Job Applications.