Address
Form of work
SalaryPost title Class teacher/Head of Year
LocationAltofts Junior School, Ash Tree Gardens, Altofts, Normanton, WF6 2NF
Salary & Grade MPS/UPS + TLR2
Hours 27.5 per week
Altofts Junior School is a Local Authority maintained school set in fantastic grounds between Normanton and Altofts, just a short distance from the M62. We are a three-form entry Junior School. The school is committed to providing the best experience for our families, children and staff through hard work and passion so that all can thrive. Our school motto is ‘Forward Together’ and this is rooted in the school values of Respect, Inclusive, Independence, Celebration, Curious, Safe and Happy.
The Governors of Altofts Junior School are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher to join our team. The individual we are looking for will be someone who can further enhance our school by demonstrating a passion and commitment to improve the lives of our children and contribute to the development of our school community.
We are looking to appoint someone who is able to consistently demonstrate the following qualities:
- Excellent time management skills
- Have enthusiasm and a friendly approach.
- A calm, caring and sensitive nature
- Demonstrate an excellent professional conduct and to model respect at all times
- Create a safe, happy and inclusive environment
- Most importantly, put the needs of the children at the heart of all they do
- Be committed to ensuring the safety, well-being and care of all our children
- Have good communication skills and a good sense of humour.
In return we can offer you:
- The opportunity to work as part of a passionate and committed team
- High levels of professional development and support
- A welcoming, friendly and inclusive school with happy, confident and well-behaved children who enjoy learning.
- An opportunity to have an impact on the nurture and development of the children at our school
Visits to the school are encouraged and welcomed as we believe the best way to understand a school is to witness it first-hand. Please telephone the main school office on 01924 899449 to arrange a mutually convenient time.
The closing date for applications is Monday 13th May 2024 12pm. Completed application forms should be emailed to the Business Manager: jsutton@altofts.wakefield.sch.uk or handed in to the school office.
For further information please visit: www.wakefield.gov.uk. Alternatively, you can contact the Recruitment Line on 0345 8506506 (typetalk calls welcome) or email jobs@wakefield.gov.uk
To apply for the post, please follow this link: https://wamdcli.webitrent.com/wamdcli_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID%3doiOW736200%1BUSESSION=5BFB492A215697ED08BB0626C8490AEF&WVID=WPst203740&LANG=USA
Wakefield Council and Altofts Junior School are wholly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility.
Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
