Job Introduction
Are you a Graduate ready to take your next step into teaching training? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward thinking federation with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) at the heart of everything we do?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and hardworking graduate to join our innovative team. The role is a full time SCITT Training Teacher to work in either KS1 or KS2 (to suit the candidate).
If you are looking for a federation that strives to engage and inspire children as learners, and a commitment to your development as an educator through CPD, then Balksbury Federation is the place for you.
Established in 2011, Balksbury Federation sits on the outskirts of Andover close to the A303, and is easily accessible for Basingstoke, Winchester and Salisbury.
Our schools are dynamic and happy with highly motivated, well-behaved children who are eager to learn. Both schools share the same site and have extensive grounds that hold many opportunities for learning outside the classroom.
You will need the following qualifications:
- A degree 2:2 or above
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a love of learning both for children and themselves – our motto is ‘Learning and Growing Together’
- Can share our passion for putting children at the heart of everything we do
- Communicates well with children, colleagues, parents and the wider community
- Able to enthuse and inspire children
- Able to think creatively and adapt learning for all needs
- Able to work under pressure with good time management skills
- Eager to take a full and active part in all aspects of our federated life
- Naturally positive with a great sense of humour!
In return, we can offer you the opportunity for:
- Training with a highly talented team across both KS1 and KS2 who are committed to growing strong future teachers
- Personalised mentoring and support
- Being part of a federation who care passionately about children's and adults' wellbeing
- Furthering your personal development ready for an exciting career
- Working with children who are enthusiastic learners
- Being part of daily laughter in a federation with a sense of humour
What staff say:
'I have learnt so much from my SCITT at Balksbury and I feel so grateful to have been given the opportunity to learn and grow as part of such a supportive and skilled team’
'The federation has nurtured my growth, not only professionally but also in terms of my emotional wellbeing, throughout my career progression so far'
'Every single person in the federation matters'
Application Procedure
We warmly welcome you to come and have a look around.
To arrange your visit, or for an application pack, please contact either school admin office on:
Telephone Number: 01264 352801/365642
Email: adminoffice@balksbury-inf.hants.sch.uk / adminoffice@balksbury-jun.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
Balksbury Federation and Hampshire County Council 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.
