Class Teacher (Ks1) - Full-time

Woodlands; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Tonbridge and Malling is seeking an inspirational and nurturing KS1 teacher to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will exhibit core values and serve as a role model in teaching and learning. The school offers a supportive ethos, motivated students, and excellent professional development. This full-time position is ideal for individuals who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, aiming to foster an inclusive, positive learning environment.

Benefits

Strong supportive ethos

Excellent professional development

Motivated, well-behaved children

Qualifications

• Inspiration and nurturing character necessary.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
• Implement an established curriculum tailored to student needs.

Skills

Exhibit core values

Role model for teaching and learning

Job description

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford are seeking to appoint an inspirational and nurturing KS1 teacher to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. This role is full time.

We have an established, exciting curriculum that is well‑resourced and contextualised to meet the needs of our school community.

We are looking for a skilled practitioner who can:

• Exhibit the Aylesford Core Values in your professional behaviours.
• Be an excellent role model for teaching and learning.

We can offer you:

• A strong, supportive ethos across the school based on our core values
• Motivated, well‑behaved children
• Committed and supportive staff
• A fantastic learning environment
• Excellent professional development

We benefit from being part of the Valley Invicta Academies Trust by having close links with the secondary schools enabling collaborative projects and school visits. Teachers and TAs have joint CPD sessions including moderation, and there are many opportunities for pupils to take part in a range of sporting and arts events.

If you believe that you are the person we are looking for, please contact Mrs Jenner (Office Manager) to arrange a visit to the school.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.

Information about the school

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford is an Outstanding two‑form entry school for children aged 4 to 11 in the heart of the local community.

The school’s spacious facilities sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well‑equipped sports and play areas. There are many extra‑curricular activities on offer and bespoke spaces for music and ICT.

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford is an Outstanding two‑form entry school for children aged 4 to 11 in the heart of the local community.

The school’s spacious facilities sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well‑equipped sports and play areas. There are many extra‑curricular activities on offer and bespoke spaces for music and ICT.