EYFS Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Job introduction
Paid weeks per year: 52
Fixed term: to cover maternity leaver
Start date: 1st September 2023
We strongly believe that St. Luke’s is an excellent environment for all teachers to feel excited by their work and to continue to learn, whatever their level of experience.
At the heart of St. Luke’s is a strong values system which promotes diversity and inclusion in its actions and not just in its words. It is a creative and innovative school which aims to give each member of its community a voice in its development and growth. Through in-house research and professional development through coaching, it seeks to empower staff and children to shape the curriculum, the teaching and learning approaches and the environment. We continually aim to see the school experience through the eyes of the children and to challenge ‘received wisdom’ in relation to education. We aim to stay true to what we believe in whatever the pressures from outside. We very much welcome new members of staff who will add to the richness of ideas and dialogue around teaching and learning.
About the role
We offer a career development structure which builds on your strengths and passions and gives you the freedom to enquire and take risks. We are looking for a teacher who is:
committed to quality inclusion
able to let children lead their learning through an enquiry-based approach
continually reflecting on her/his practice
keen to share her/his ideas and learn from others
looking to explore teaching and learning approaches
If you are interested in applying for this position but would like more information, please ring the school and ask to talk to the Headteacher, Simon Wattam.
Completed application forms to be sent direct to St Luke’s Primary School, Queen’s Park Rise, Brighton, BN2 9ZF, email: admin@stlukes.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Closing date: Sunday 16 April 2023
Interview date: Week beginning Monday 24 April 2023
Completed application forms to be sent direct to St Luke’s Primary School, Queen’s Park Rise, Brighton, BN2 9ZF, email: admin@stlukes.brighton-hove.sch.uk
For further information, please contact the school office on (01273) 675080
Website: http://www.stlukes.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Additional information
Work Permits: We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Please see Gov.uk for more information on the Skilled Worker Visa.
Company information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.