Job description
The Local Governing Board of Oakwood Junior School wish to appoint an excellent teacher who is passionate about teaching and meeting the needs of all learners. They must have a good depth of knowledge about the KS2 curriculum, have excellent skills in using technology and be creative in their approach to teaching. We are a forward-looking school, always striving to improve and we feel that this is an ideal opportunity for an outstanding, enthusiastic, engaging teacher to truly complement our Key Stage 2 team.
In addition, we are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about improvement
- Child-centred
- A life-long learner
- Willing to adopt the wider school ethos and participate in whole school events
- Knowledgeable and conversant with the latest technology that can enhance teaching and learning
- Flexible
We can offer:
- A dedicated and hardworking staff team
- Friendly children with a positive attitude towards learning
- Personalised professional development
- A real commitment to work-life balance
If, like us you are highly motivated, creative and passionate about teaching in the 21st century, we would love to hear from you and welcome you to our school team.
We are keen to give candidates a chance to visit our school and warmly invite you to contact the school office on 01332 571231.
Oakwood Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please refer to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy on our website using the following link: https://www.oakwoodjuniorschool.co.uk/policies
As this post is regulated activity, successful appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and relevant recruitment checks that comply with guidance in the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education document: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keeping-children-safe-in-education-2
We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services. Oakwood Junior School is part of the Odyssey Collaborative Trust, a group of seven primary schools within the City of Derby.
Please do not apply using The Derbyshire County Council Website
An application pack is attached to this advert. Please return the completed application form and a covering letter to the school via email to [email protected] or send in to the address above.
Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than 12 noon on the Closing Date.
Candidates who are shortlisted will be informed by email/phone-call soon after the closing date. Interview date: date to be confirmed. As this position is designated as a “Regulated Activity” references will be sought in advance of an interview.