Fixed Term Contract - Class Teacher

Overview

Are you an enthusiastic and creative teacher looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same? Do you thrive in a nurturing and ambitious school environment? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Sidlesham Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and passionate class teacher to join our KS1/EYFS team on a fixed-term contract. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-thinking school that places children’s well-being and learning at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

• Has a strong understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS/KS1 curriculum.

• Can create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.

• Is flexible, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Has a passion for nurturing young learners and helping them reach their full potential.

We can offer you:

• A friendly, dedicated team of staff and supportive leadership.

• A vibrant and welcoming school community.

• A commitment to professional development and wellbeing.

• Engaged and enthusiastic children who love learning.

If you are excited by the opportunity to make a difference and want to be part of a school that is always striving to be the best it can be, we would love to welcome you to our team.

We welcome potential applicants to visit the school. If you wish to visit please telephone the school office to book an appointment. If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form. Please note we do not accept CVs. Please write a personal statement stating your suitability for the rule in the application pack outlining any previous experiences you have that would support your application. Please forward applications to sbm@sidleshamprimaryschool.co.uk

Sidlesham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and barring service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Main Responsibilities

Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests

Key Duties

The teacher will:

Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document
Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

Person Specification

· Qualified teacher status
· Degree
· Successful primary teaching experience

· Excellent professional knowledge of the National Curriculum
· Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
· An excellent understanding of how children learn
· Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
· Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils, staff and families
· Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
· Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
· Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
· Experience of identifying priorities in individual classes and adapting teaching to develop teaching, learning and subsequently academic outcomes

· A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
· High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
· Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
· Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
· Commitment to safeguarding and equality
· Communication skills: the ability to make points clearly and understand the views of others
· Possess a positive attitude and approach to change and development
· Enjoy rising to the challenges inherent in a school environment
· A deep and passionate commitment to the values and vision of Sidlesham Primary School in and outside of the classroom

Supporting documents

fixed term teacher application pack.pdf

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Deadline and how to apply

Sidlesham Primary School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must comply with relevant policies and procedures to protect children.

To apply, please complete the application form (CVs not accepted) and submit it to sbm@sidleshamprimaryschool.co.uk by the closing date.

We are excited to welcome a new member to our team who shares our vision of creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.

Closing Date

Please ensure your application arrives by 12pm Friday 16th May 2025.

Interview
Interviews for the role will aim to be held on Wednesday 21st May. Further details will be shared with candidates that have been successfully shortlisted closer to the interview date. Shortlisting is planned for Monday 19th May.

Visiting
Sidlesham Primary School is located just south of Chichester. Please contact us to arrange a convenient time to visit and find out more about us before you apply.

Equal opportunities

We do not discriminate in employment based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, medical history, parental status or genetic information.