Forres Primary Academy is part of the Spiral Partnership Trust which is a community of schools formed in 2016 with Excellent Teaching and Learning, Always and Everywhere at its heart. We are currently looking to appoint a n Early Years Teacher on a fixed term basis for maternity cover. This position is not suitable for ECTs.

We pride ourselves on being a caring and nurturing school that has high expectations and aspirations for ourselves and all our children. We aim to provide a rich and stimulating learning environment and strongly believe that a positive start to a child’s education impacts significantly on their engagement and attitudes to learning.

This position is to cover a period of maternity but there may be future opportunities within the school and Spiral Partnership Trust for the right person.  

We can offer you:  

• Teacher pay above national rates
• A move towards a more flexible way of working
• An innovative way of working, aiming at reducing workload and freeing up time for the fun stuff!
• Up to 3 days term time ‘personal’ leave per year (FTE)
• Access to 24 hour health support, including physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Excellent induction and mentor support
• Ongoing training and other CPD opportunities to develop your career with us
• The opportunity to work in other schools across the Trust
• Salary sacrifice childcare voucher scheme

We are looking for a teacher who;

• Is enthusiastic, energetic and wants to work all kinds of children
• Has experience of working in Early Years 
• Good sense of humour and has a fun, positive approach to life
• An enthusiasm for using Google Classroom and other technologies to support effective teaching and learning
• Is passionate about inspiring children in their learning
• Has high expectations of all children
• Is well-organised
• Is keen to learn and develop
• Is a good team player

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged; we would be delighted to show candidates around the school so please telephone the school office to make an appointment. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and staff and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

We will close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.