Job Introduction
- Are you passionate about teaching and learning?
- Do you like to learn and challenge yourself?
- Are you a creative thinker and teacher?
- Do you work well in a team?
Then read on......
Nestled within beautiful external grounds, Merdon Junior School strives to deliver a curriculum that is inclusive, creative and current. We are a two-form entry Junior School situated in the attractive residential area of Chandler’s Ford, focused on ‘Achieving the best for All.’
Merdon Junior School is an exciting place to work where children have keen minds and a hunger for learning. We promote pupil voice and children have many opportunities to lead and work as a team. We are passionate about the arts and sport and provide many opportunities in these areas. We believe in learning being fun for children and adults so professional development is very important to us. Staff are given many opportunities to develop as a team and individually. We have a dedicated staff team, an active PTA and supportive parents.
The school is at an exciting point in its journey having just appointed a new Headteacher, who will be starting after Easter.
Our successful candidate will:
- Prioritise wellbeing and safeguarding of all
- Inspire and engage pupils while setting appropriate challenge for all children
- Be a creative planner that is able to plan inspiring sequences of learning with high expectations.
- Understand that behaviour is communication and implement the behaviour policy to ensure all pupils are included and motivated.
- Have a passion for learning and willingness to engage in CPD, including coaching.
- Have a good understanding of assessment, knowing how best to support pupil progress.
- Enjoy teaching and promoting the success of all children
This post is suitable for an ECT. If you are an ECT you will be supported by an experienced mentor and a programme of support to meet your needs and the opportunity to use your strengths and interests.
If you are an experienced teacher you will have the opportunity to use your experience to enhance our successful team and CPD to develop your strengths further.
Application Procedure
We would be delighted to show you around our school and would encourage you to visit.
For an application pack or request further information, please contact Mrs C Pugh at c.pugh@merdon.hants.sch.uk
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.
