Heddington Church Of England VA Primary School

Job Advert

Key Stage 1 Teacher

We are looking to appoint a creative, dynamic and outstanding practitioner for our Foundation and Key Stage 1 class from September 2023. You would be teaching our 20 Year 1 and Year 2 children in the mornings, being joined by our 11 Foundation pupils for the afternoon. In addition, you would be supported by a TA in the mornings and two TAs every afternoon. A generous amount of PPA is also included.

Heddington CE VA Primary School must be seen to be fully appreciated. We are a very popular and over-subscribed school with 75 children currently on roll. We are fortunate to be located in an idealic area of Wiltshire, surrounded by countryside, and also have a school building to be proud of, including a brand new extension which was completed in January 2023. We are a caring and dedicated team who are committed to delivering a high standard of education and social development for all of our pupils within a supportive Christian environment. Everything we do is for the benefit of the children.

 The successful candidate will:

•  Be an excellent and dynamic classroom teacher, displaying high standards in teaching and a secure understanding of individual pupils’ needs and learning.
•  Be able to plan for and assess children’s learning effectively, in order to ensure each child receives teaching of the highest quality and learns as a rounded individual.
•  Be committed to creative teaching and active and effective learning.
•  Have secure knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
•  Be able to lead and inspire a team of Teaching Assistants working alongside you.
•  Be an excellent communicator committed to the team and school community as a whole.
•  Be prepared to take an active role in the life of the school.
•  Be able to work as part of a team and willing to go the extra mile!
•  Be fun loving and have a sense of humour.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers who can demonstrate outstanding practice, have high expectations of themselves and others and are able to inspire pupils to achieve. An interest in English would be advantageous although not necessary. Job shares would be considered for this position – either 2½ days or 3½ days. Please state on your application if this is something that you would be interested in applying for, otherwise, we will assume full time.

 Hours of work:                         Full time (part time considered)

 Contract type:                          Permanent

Pay:                                           MPS 1 - 6

 Closing date (and time):            5pm on 20^th March 2023

 Interview date:                        Wednesday 29^th March 2023

 Commencement date:                1^st September 2023

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Person Specification

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Job advert

 Named Pupil Teaching Assistant

We are looking to appoint a teaching assistant to work with a named pupil (current Year 2) from 17^th April 2023 or sooner if available. The pupil will need support with learning, playing and behaviour management and regulation and experience in these areas would be beneficial.

Time is allocated at 23¾ hours per week (term time only) 9am – 12pm & 12.30pm – 2.15pm - Monday - Friday

Salary is from £21,968 (£11.39p/h) - £22,777 (£11.81p/h)

 Heddington CE VA Primary School must be seen to be fully appreciated. We are a popular school on the outskirts of Calne with 75 children on roll, and boast wonderful grounds and surrounding area. We are a caring and dedicated team who are committed to delivering a high standard of education and social development for all of our pupils within a supportive Christian environment. Everything we do is for the benefit of the children.

The successful candidate will:

Be an excellent role model who is able to work calmly under pressure.

•  Have experience with working with pupils with SEND.
• Have worked in primary education and gained relevant experience.
• Have a passion for assisting children in fulfilling their potential.
• Be an excellent communicator, committed to the team and school community as a whole.
• Be able to work as part of a team and willing to go the extra mile!
• Be fun loving and have a sense of humour.

We welcome applications from both experienced teaching assistants and those looking to start in the profession. Relevant training and support will be provided.

Hours of work:                           23¾ hours per week (term time only) 

9am – 12pm & 12.30pm – 2.15pm - Monday - Friday

Contract type:                            Temporary whilst pupil is still at Heddington

Closing date (and time):             19th April 2023

Interview date:                          28th April 2023

Commencement date:                  ASAP

Additional information

Further information can be found below but we would be delighted to show you around the school and ensure that you will be made to feel very welcome by staff and pupils alike. Please contact Marie Hall (Finance and Admin Officer) or Ashley Martin (Headteacher) for further details on 01380 850489.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Heddington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Application form

Person Specification

Equality & Diversity Form