Job Introduction
At Vigo Primary School we believe education is more than just teaching reading, writing and maths. We believe in a full curriculum for all of our children. Most importantly, we want every child to leave Vigo Primary School proud of the refection they see in the mirror. This means we place great importance on our MIRROR values of Motivation, Independence, Respect, Resilience, Open-mindedness and Responsibility as we aim to grow children not just academically but also socially, morally and culturally.
We are very proud that in October 2022, Ofsted recognised the journey we have been on and graded us as ‘Good’ and sighted…
“From the moment children start school in early years, staff encourage them to ask questions and then help them to discuss what they find out with their friends”.
“There is a warm and friendly feel to this school. Everyone is welcome and valued here. Staff greet pupils with ready smiles. Pupils, in response, are polite and respectful. Inclusion and high expectations for all sit at the heart of the school’s culture.”
EYFS is an integral part of our school and we see the foundation years of learning as crucial to future success. We are looking for an Early Years Practitioner who can contribute to the excellent work already undertaken by the Year R team to help create outstanding provision for all of our children in all areas of the Early Years curriculum.
We are looking for a teacher who is:
- Experienced in Early Years Foundation Stage
- Passionate and enthusiastic about teaching children and preparing them for lifelong learning
- Able to set high expectations of all children to aid their progression
- Able to inspire and motivate our children
- Able to work with children across a range of abilities
- An excellent communicator and have the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Reflective and committed to your own personal development
We can offer you:
- Children who thrive on praise and are eager to learn
- A caring, friendly environment with a strong sense of team
- A genuine commitment to raising standards of learning
- Investment in your continued professional development including in-house coaching
- Full induction package, access to a range of professional training courses available to Hampshire Employees, and in-house mentoring and coaching programmes with a member of the Senior Leadership Team / Protected PPA cover delivered by specialist practitioners in; PE, Forest School and Art
- Commitment to supporting continued career development through a clear professional pathway (e.g. Making Headway, Aspiring Heads, Executive Leaders, NPQ)
- ECT programme supported by the Education Development Trust (part of University of Winchester), with HISP
- Access to professional support from specialist teachers who lead our Resource Provision for social emotional mental health (SEMH) and Speech, Language and Commination Needs (SLCN) provision
- Support with individual children’s needs and strategies for in-class learning through our THRIVE practitioner and dedicated ELSA, TALA and Nurture Team
- A school committed to a work-life balance, including a day off in lieu per year
- Access to Hampshire County Council employee benefit package; including LGPS Pension Scheme, Employee Support Service with Health Assured, Kaarp Benefits and Salary Finance
Application Procedure:
Visits to the school are very welcome and actively encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01264 365166 or by email at hr@vigo.hants.sch.uk to arrange an appointment. Interviews are being held on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th May 2025, if you have not heard from us by Friday 16th May your application will have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
