The Jenny Hammond Primary School

Maternity Cover Reception Class Teacher

Required for January 2025 until December 2025

‘This school continues to be a good school. Pupils are happy to attend this school and talk enthusiastically about what they have learned and remembered. The school buzzes with activity. Pupils behave very well and are kind to one another. Pupils feel safe and Leaders work hard to make sure the school feels like a welcoming space for all.’

Ofsted, February 2023

Due to a maternity leave we are looking for an experienced teacher who can join us for 3 terms to cover the absence. The teacher will start their maternity leave towards the end of January so for the first 3 weeks you will have an opportunity to teach alongside the class teacher and get to know the children.

You will be:

·        experienced in teaching or training in a Reception class

·        committed to child centred creative teaching and learning

·        a positive and inspirational colleague

·        a true professional with a strong commitment to raising standards of achievement through active-learning

·        a team player who enjoys working co-operatively with colleagues

In return we offer:

·        enthusiastic, independent thinking children

·        a friendly and dedicated team of staff

·        a creative, aspirational curriculum

·        supportive parents and governors

Closing date: Friday 11th October at 12 noon

Interviews to be held on Thursday 17th October 2024

If you would like to visit the school or have an informal discussion please contact Deborah Gibbon, the Head Teacher on 020 8519 3977.   Application forms and further details are available from Jacquie Reid by email;

Jacquie.reid@jennyhammmond.waltham.sch.uk

All completed applications should be returned to the school by email or at the following address:

The Jenny Hammond Primary School, Elsham Road, Leytonstone, E11 3JH

The Jenny Hammond Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. References will be taken up prior to interview and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.