Lower KS2 Class Teacher

Do you have a strong desire to inspire the love of learning in young minds? Are you looking for a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact? If that sounds like you, we would love for you to become part of our dedicated school community at Cordwalles Junior School.

Learning and teaching are key to making a difference, and we are looking to hire an experienced, driven, and ambitious lower KS2 Teacher who will:

• have the vision and skills to challenge and inspire children
• strive for the best possible outcome for all learners
• work in partnership with schools and the local community
• enable the sharing of best practice, growth, development and opportunity for all

Your Opportunity

Our aim is to deliver inspirational learning and support children to achieve their potential and raise their expectations. Your aim is to ensure that your work is of the highest standard allowing children and young people to have a sense of challenge, enjoyment and passion for learning. Can you help us reach our goal of outstanding learning and teaching?

About Cordwalles Junior School

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cordwalles Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield Primary School, Hammond Junior School, Lightwater Village School and Pine Ridge & Lorraine Federation.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

What we are looking for

Somebody with;

• recent outstanding teaching experience across Key Stage 2
• a commitment to excellence and the maximising of academic and personal achievement for all children
• proven experience of leading a subject/s and of driving change
• ability to model positive attitudes and values, and uphold our school ethos with all stakeholders

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

We may conduct interviews and extend an offer to the ideal candidate before the advertised closing date.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: January 2025 

Salary range: GLF Main Pay Scale

Working Pattern: Full Time/Part time

Closing Date: Monday 21st October, 12 noon

Interview Date: Week Commencing 21st October (or sooner if required)