Job Introduction
Are you an excellent classroom practitioner ready for a new challenge? Would you like to gain leadership experience working with an enthusiastic and effective senior leadership team?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at St. James’ CEC Primary School in the beautiful town of Emsworth. We are an inclusive, joyful school community where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. Our children are at the heart of every decision we make as we want them to be happy, safe and to excel in their learning.
We are seeking to appoint a Year 6 class teacher who will lead Maths and become an active member of our senior leadership team. In this role, the successful candidate will support the development of the school by leading an area of school improvement.
We are looking for a teacher and leader who will:
- Actively support our Christian ethos
- Deliver engaging, high quality inclusive lessons.
- Support and prepare Year 6 pupils for SATs and their transition to secondary school
- Lead, manage and develop Maths across the school to achieve high quality teaching, effective use of resources and the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils
- Contribute to whole school development and improvement strategies
- Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to whole school development by ensuring that strategic actions are clearly communicated and have impact;
- Work collaboratively with staff, parents and the school leadership team to drive progress and achievement
- Promote by example, standards of excellence in primary practice
- Understand the importance of positive relationships and how these create a school community which reflects the values and ethos of our school
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth
We can offer you:
- A great opportunity to step into a leadership role and grow within a supportive school environment
- A whole school community ethos where staff, children, parents, families, governors and strong links to the parish are valued
- Hardworking, dedicated and supportive colleagues
- Delightful, motivated children
- Dedicated leadership time in addition to the PPA time
- A school that places emphasis on well-being
- Continuing professional development to support your individual aspirations
If you are passionate about making a difference to every child, then we are looking for you!
Interviews will take place on Monday 19 May 2025.
Application procedure
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and recommended. To arrange a visit or request further details please contact the school office either by phone on 01243 372715 or by emailing adminoffice@st-james-emsworth.hants.sch.uk
Please contact us to receive an application pack. An application form can be found within this advert and a job description and person spec is also attached.
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.
