We are looking to appoint an excellent Teacher who will play a key role in helping to deliver high quality teaching to our children.  The successful candidate will be inspirational, enthusiastic and committed to achieving the highest outcomes for all children. This role is a fixed term contract for the 2025/26 academic year.  Early Career teachers are welcome to apply for the role.

 Our school is a dynamic, forward thinking, learning community and was recently rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted in all areas.  We seek to raise pupil aspirations and aim to equip them with the skills to be independent and resilient, life-long learners.  We have built a culture of "better never stops" where we trust our teachers to continually self improve through our unique CPD model.

What we can offer: -

• A cheerful and dedicated staff and Head Teacher.
• Happy and enthusiastic children who love coming to school.
• Supportive parents and governors.
• A learning community that is underpinned by a strong ethos and set of values.

• A leadership team committed to ensuring high wellbeing of staff and a strong work life balance.

We are looking for an excellent teacher who: -

• Is committed to securing the very best outcomes for all children.
• Wants to make a difference to the lives of children and their families.
• Seeks to plan and deliver inspiring and enjoyable learning experiences and opportunities.
• Is committed to educating the ‘whole’ child.
• Is willing to be part of a purposeful and ambitious learning culture.
• Is enthusiastic and has a good sense of humour.

The successful candidates will work within a hardworking, dedicated and friendly team. There are excellent opportunities professional development and there is strong support for staff welfare.

 You must be able to support the distinctive Christian ethos of the school but you do not have to be a practising Christian.  Valley End CofE Infant School is an academy in The Good Shepherd Trust. Please take the time to look at our website which will give you more information about our school, our ethos, aims and values.

Please note that we will take up references before the interview. It is essential therefore, that all reference details supplied are correct, up to date and include a current email address.  The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.

Valley End enjoys a successful, nurturing environment for both children and staff.  The School and The Good Shepherd Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.

Please see the attached job description for further details and do contact the school office on 01276 858299 if you would like a tour.