Cheshire Academies Trust is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for an inspirational class teacher to join us at Woodchurch Road Academy.  Our school prides itself on upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, with a strong team culture that promotes character, creativity, and crew. We are in search of a kind, talented and inspirational teacher, with the skill and dedication to nurture and educate our youngest children. 

Our school is a vibrant community where education is more than just a curriculum - it's a journey of discover, character building, and purposeful work. We pride ourselves on prioritising the holistic development of our students, ensuring they grow into confident, capable individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world. At Woodchurch Road Academy, we go beyond the traditional curriculum to cultivate character and pride in work. We aim to instill values such as responsibility, empathy, and perseverance in our students. Our educational philosophy emphasises purposeful work - activities that have real-world applications and significance. We want our children to understand the importance of their contributions and to take pride in their accomplishments. 

This is a great opportunity to be part of something innovative and new, the chance to be part of an exciting time for our school as we strive for excellence for every child in our care, We are looking for a new teacher to start in September 2025. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Academic Excellence: Uphold and enhance the academic standards at Woodchurch Road Academy, ensuring that all pupils achieve their fullest potential.
• Wider School Outcomes: Foster a holistic and creative approach to education that encapsulates not only academic success but also the personal, social, and emotional development of our pupils.
• Culture and Values: Embody and promote the school's ethos of 'crew' - a commitment to community, resilience, empathy, and working together to achieve common goals.
• Innovative Learning Approaches: Employ creative and innovative approaches to learning and teaching, encouraging staff and students to explore new ideas and methodologies.

 The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• A proven track record of strong and creative teaching in Key Stage One or The Early Years
• Understanding and experience of the EYFS curriculum
• The ability to engage, inspire, and motivate pupils and families
• A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to foster a supportive, empowering environment for all.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
• A creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to implement forward-thinking educational practices.

We Offer:

• The opportunity to teach in a vibrant school
• A supportive, committed school community
• A culture that values and nurtures leadership and professional growth
• High quality, innovative continuous professional development through internal and external providers
• Paid annual wellbeing day to be taken on a date of your choosing
• Commitment to lowering teacher workload
• Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Annual flu jab
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Salary sacrifice schemes including: Cycle to Work and White Goods Scheme

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application through MyNewTerm website our online portal, outlining your suitability for the role and how you would contribute to the vision and values of Woodchurch Road Academy. Further details of deadlines and other information can be found on the School and Cheshire Academies Trust websites. 

To book a visit to our school and meet our crew, or to gather more information about the roles from our Head Teacher please contact Suzanne Smith in our school office on 0151 652 3104

Visits to School:

4pm on Thursday 24th April 

9am on Friday 2nd May 

4pm on Tuesday 6th May 

Cheshire Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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