Class Teacher  (maternity cover)

Closing Date:  9th January (12noon)

Interview Date(s): 15th January 2025

Job Start Date: March 2025

Contract/Hours: Watlington Primary School supports flexible working.  Applications will be considered for this post on a full or part-time basis.

Interviews may be offered prior to the closing date, upon receipt of an exceptionally strong application.

Salary Type: MPS / UPS

Location of Role: Watlington Primary School

Contact e-mail address: smathew@acertrust.org.uk

Job / Person Summary

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to become part of our dynamic team.

Watlington Primary School is a welcoming, lively and well-resourced 3-11 school. We provide an inspiring and ambitious curriculum.  We foster an ethos of professional curiosity where we continue to improve our practice alongside each other.  Our Ofsted inspection in October 2024 states that “Pupils are happy to attend this school. They describe school as fun and full of kindness.”

Whether you are at the start of your career, or if you are experienced we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

- put the best interests of the children at the heart of everything they do

- have high expectations of our children

- offer an inspirational and creative curriculum to all children

- be a good team player who can learn alongside and encourage their colleagues 

- be a reflective practitioner

- work with colleagues, children and parents with professionalism, enthusiasm – and a sense of humour!

In return we can offer:

- a vibrant and happy school which welcomes new ideas

- positive, well-behaved children who are motivated and engaged in their learning

- a friendly and welcoming team

- a commitment to ensuring staff reach their full potential 

School visits are encouraged.  To visit our school, please contact office.2459@watlington.oxon.sch.uk or call 01491 612474.

Please see attached the detailed recruitment pack.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.

Safeguarding Statement:

The Acer Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All applicants are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.