Class Teacher FixedTerm Contract

Job Description

We are looking to appoint a qualified Primary Class Teacher. We have a strong team in-post already and are looking for an inspiring and talented teacher to join the academy on a fixed-term contract from January to July 2021, working three days per week.Your opportunityYou will work closely with other Class Teachers and the SENCO supervising and ensuring the well-being of pupils during their time at school. You will be enthusiastic, have great interpersonal skills, enjoy taking the lead and working as part of a team.What we are looking for:We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning. We welcome applications from practitioners who will:

Be committed to the highest achievement for all;

Be committed to on-going professional development;

Contribute to the wider life at the academy;

Support the maintenance of a dynamic and inspiring learning environment;

Be innovative, highly motivated and eager to take a lead;

Have good interpersonal skills and are able to work well as part of our team.

You must hold QTS (or equivalent) and an undergraduate degree to be considered for this post.Please download the job pack for a full job description and person specification.About Harris Primary Academy KenleyHarris Primary Academy Kenley opened in September 2013. We have more than 400 lively young minds at our Academy. Children are supported to be the best they can be by our dedicated teachers and support staff.Harris Primary Academy Kenley is an outstanding school. It is outstanding not just because of the academic achievements of the pupils but for many other reasons too. The pupils are diligent, polite and hard working. They have a love for learning and an inquisitive nature. The staff at the academy are talented and dedicated and our parents and wider community support what we do.Academy EthosWhatever a childs background or starting point, we want to make sure that they finish Year 6 with the academic skills, social skills and knowledge necessary to succeed.Every lesson at our school is creative and there is plenty of time for children to think, to play, to discover and wonder. Each child is taught in the way that suits them best and we step in quickly if a change is needed. For some children, this might involve one-to-one support if they are finding something difficult and for others it could mean stretching them more to keep them interested.Our Academy is relaxed and comfortable but pupils know that good behaviour is expected of them. They are frequently praised and rewarded for trying their best and for being kind, hard-working and well-behaved. We want the Academy to feel friendly and welcoming and we always make sure that every pupil has at least one friend. Our children are taught to respect each other and their teachers. There is a zero tolerance approach to any type of bullying.HPAKis an outstanding school.Itis outstanding not just because of the academic achievements of the pupils but for many other reasons too. The pupils are diligent, polite and hard working. They have a love for learning and aninquisitive nature. The staff at the academy are talented and dedicated and our parents and wider community support what we do.Ibelieve that all children deserve the very best education and that as a result of this they should have every opportunity life has to offer. Scott Palmer, Head of AcademyWhy work at Harris Primary AcademyKenley

The opportunity to workin an Outstanding school, with exceptional support from the academy and the Harris Federation

A flourishing and diverse school with a wonderful and welcoming community

Conveniently located for public transport and connectionsinto London

Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development and progression

Generous Harris benefits and rewards package

Next StepsPlease download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this when completing your online application.If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via e-mail, or call to arrange a conversation.Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn without notice. Weonly accept applications submitted online via our careers websiteand which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage youto apply as soon as possible and adviseyou check the job information as per the listing on our careers site. Our Benefits Package In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.Find out more about Our Benefits Being a part of the Harris Federation We are recognised as the top performing large multi-academy trust in England for primary and secondary education. Closing the gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers has always been a core mission of Harris. Holding a reputation for bringing transformative approaches to education, we hold a unrivalled track record in achieving success through rapid school improvement.Our people are at the heart of this success. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of training programmes available at every stage of your career.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible