Class Teacher

Inspirational teachers (1 x Foundation Stage/Reception and 1 x mixed age Year 1 & 2) are required with the vision and energy to create a world-class learning environment at Orchard View Primary Academy (OVPA), Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The successful candidates will play a central role in designing and resourcing the curriculum, engaging with the new community, establishing the vision, values and motto and welcoming Orchard View’s very first children and families.

Accountability

Responsible to: Head of Academy

Responsible for: Carrying out duties in line with the conditions of employment as set out in the current Academy Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document and the policies and procedures of IFPT.

The attached job description reflects the National Standards of Excellence for Teachers.

Core Purpose

·        To facilitate and encourage learning and personal growth which enables pupils to achieve the highest standards; to take ownership of and support the shared responsibility for the wellbeing, education, behaviour and character development of all children

·        To treat pupils, parents and staff with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position 

This Job Description should be read alongside the range of professional duties of Teachers as set out in the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. Teachers should also have due regard to the Teachers’ Standards.

The post-holder will be expected to carry out the following:

• Set high expectations
• Promote good progress and outcomes
• Demonstrate good curriculum and subject knowledge
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons
• Adapt Teaching for all pupils
• Make accurate and productive use of assessment
• Manage Behaviour Effectively
• Fulfil Wider Professional Responsibilities
• Personal and Professional Conduct

Please view the attached recruitment pack which contains a  more detailed job description and person specification.

Application & Selection Process:

Further information:

For further information please visit the academy website: https://www.orchardviewprimaryacademy.org or to discuss the role further please contact Orchard View’s Head of Academy, Mrs Liz Jones, on 01494 535564 (09:00-16:00) or email: LJones@ovpa.school

Visits

Visits to Orchard View are unfortunately not possible as it has not yet been built, however we strongly encourage a visit to Kingsbrook View Primary Academy, where Orchard will operate for its first academic year, as this will give you an insight into IFPT’s child centred, respectful and aspirational culture. Please contact Head of Academy Mrs Liz Jones to organise a visit.

How to apply

Interested candidates should complete the online application form on mynewterm, including a personal statement that outlines your suitability for the post, by referring to the job description and person specification.

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CV’s cannot be accepted and you will need to complete an online mynewterm application form to be considered for this position

· Closing date:  22nd April 2025

· Interviews will be held the week commencing: 28th April 2025 

Shortlisting

Candidates will be notified if they have been successful for interview. Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview strong applicants before the closing date of this advert.

Inspiring Futures Partnership Trust is committed to the safeguarding of pupils and expect all members of staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service, references from previous employers and the Trust’s pre-employment medical questionnaire.

 We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. The Trust will require sight of the originals of relevant original ID documentation and qualifications