Salary: MPS/UPS 

Hours 100% full time

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and forward-thinking Key Stage One Teacher with phonics experience to join The Bluecoat School. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to childrens learning and development by delivering creative and engaging lessons. We are looking for a phonics leader to continue to drive our improving standards forward. You will be child focused and resilient, interested in being part of and committing to the Bluecoat community. You will provide a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment for all Key Stage One children to help them achieve their full potential and a love for learning.

The opportunity: 

• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning 
• An opportunity to work in a high-attaining school 
• Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff 
• Highly collaborative approach to teaching where planning is jointly shared across year groups to enable the sharing of excellent practice 

The ideal candidate: 

• Phonics experience
• QTS teaching qualification 
• Experience of teaching Key Stage One/Two 
• Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team 
• An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues 

About The Bluecoat School

There has been a Bluecoat School here in Stamford for over 200 years, all our children and staff are proud to be part of the heritage of their town. The school has always been at the centre of our community, and it continues to be so. At The Bluecoat School, every member of our community is valued. Our differences are celebrated and we recognising these differences help us to grow and support each other. We pride ourselves on our inclusivity, aspirations, and ambition for all of our children. At The Bluecoat School, every voice is important and matters; every voice is heard and every new voice which joins us, strengthens our community.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays        

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.