Class Teacher

Would you relish the opportunity to work in an Infant and Nursery School? Ladysmith Infant and Nursery School is where love for our pupils and their families is a core value.

We are seeking to appoint a teacher who is passionate about delivering high quality education and having children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything they do. Ladysmith Infant’s is a vibrant school looking for someone who can develop strong positive relationships that inspire children to be the best they can be academically, personally and socially.

At Ladysmith Infants we are central to the local community, our children love to learn, are confident and independent and a strength of our teaching and provision is the commitment of staff to enrich learning through first hand experiences. We have dedicated teaching spaces for Art, Music, ICT and DT. Our grounds are a hidden gem in the city with extensive forest school space and close partnerships with our Junior School. 

We offer:

·         Exceptional children who are articulate, happy and motivated to learn

·         A happy, stable staffing team

·         A commitment to your development

·         Research-driven CPD specifically tailored to our school’s needs

·         Opportunities for future career development across our family of 21 schools within the St Christopher’s Trust

The successful candidate will:

·         Have high expectations for themselves and all children

·         Be emotionally intelligent

·         Thrive on challenge

·         Be dedicated to removing barriers to learning for pupils and a steadfast belief that every child can achieve

·         Strong subject and pedagogical knowledge

Appointment type: Full time, however part-time between 0.4 and 0.6 will also be considered. Please state on your application if you would like to be considered for part-time hours and the number of hours you would like. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Successfully shortlisted candidates may be asked to teach a lesson in their current school.

Tours to visit us are strongly recommended. Please book in with our admin team on 01392 349141.

To apply online, please follow the link on our website Current Vacancies - St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.