Class Teacher (Bodiam Church of England Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: Full-time Teachers Hours
Working pattern: Full-time, permanent

Closing date: Midday 5 February 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Bodiam Church of England Primary School, Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UH
Phone: 01580 830342
Email: office@bodiam.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: https://bodiamceschool.co.uk/
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. 

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. 

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. 

About the role

Bodiam CE Primary School is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our innovative, inclusive and ambitious school. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced class teacher for our Year 1/2 class from Term 5 (22^nd April, 2025).

We are a driven team, committed to ensuring the children of Bodiam have the best possible start to their education. We have worked together as a staff to develop an exciting curriculum, worked hard on our learning environment and put systems in place to protect staff wellbeing. We are part of the Riverside Federation together with Etchingham CE Primary School and work closely with the whole team across the Federation to share planning responsibility and curriculum monitoring.

Our vision for our community is that our pupils feel valued for who they are, reach their full potential through high quality, inspirational learning experiences and are ready for life in an ever-changing world. We aim to treat everyone with compassion, friendship and tolerance, and instil high aspirations for all, underpinned by the teaching that we 'love our neighbour as ourselves'. (Mark 12:31)

We are looking for someone who:

• is an inspirational, creative and enthusiastic individual.
• has high standards and expectations and well-developed behaviour management skills.
• is a team player with excellent communication skills.
• believes in supporting every child to achieve their full potential.
• is committed to safeguarding and supporting our Christian values.
• is able to lead a curriculum subject.
• is proactive and open to professional development.

We can offer:

• a warm welcome from an experienced and supportive staff and SLT.
• professional development opportunities.
• enthusiastic and engaging children.
• growth from being part of a Federation of schools.
• parents who are supportive and appreciative of our hard work.
• a well-cared for environment that we take pride in.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Kindly telephone the school office on 01580 830342 or email office@bodiam.e-sussex.sch.uk to arrange a visit, or request an application pack.

Closing date for applications is noon, Wednesday 5^th February 2025.

Interviews w/b 10^th February 2025.

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 Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

 

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.