2 days per week | Rural school near Grantham

"A small school, big on inspiration, big on ambition!"

We are a small, rural primary school near Grantham with a big heart and even bigger ambitions for our children. We are seeking a fantastic part-time Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join our dedicated team and teach a mixed Year 5/6 class for two days a week.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a teacher who combines kindness and nurture with high aspirations for every pupil. Our children are eager to learn, our staff are supportive and collaborative, and our school community is warm, welcoming, and ambitious.

The post entails:

Carrying out professional duties and to have responsibility for an assigned class two days per week..
Completing planning, teaching, live marking and assessment activities so each child can achieve their potential.
Being responsible for the day-to-day work and management of the class and the safety and welfare of the pupils, during on-site and off-site activities.
Promoting the aims and objectives of the academy and maintain its philosophy of education.

This role is a permanent, part-time role (Thursdays and Fridays)

We are looking for someone who:

Is an excellent classroom practitioner with experience (or strong interest) in Upper KS2
Brings an abundance of kindness, patience, and warmth to their teaching
Has high expectations and believes every child can succeed
Creates an engaging, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment
Works well as part of a small, supportive team
Is committed to nurturing both academic success and personal development

We offer:

Delightful, motivated pupils who enjoy learning
A caring, ambitious school ethos where everyone is valued
Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform - discounts on car leasing; holiday discounts; cinema tickets; restaurant booking discounts; Cycle to Work Scheme
Supportive colleagues and leadership
The chance to make a real difference in a small-school setting

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country's top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate teacher who believes that big ambition can thrive in a small school, we would love to hear from you.

To complete our on-line application form, please us the 'apply now' tab.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.

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