Trust:                                     DNEAT

Academy Name:                 Flitcham Church of England Primary Academy

Vacancy Job Title:               KS2 teacher

Full Time/Part Time:          Full Time

We are seeking to appoint an energetic, enthusiastic and committed KS2 classroom teacher to take this exciting position to work as part of our team at Flitcham Primary Academy, to provide high quality teaching provision for children, undertaking work, care and support programmes to enable access to learning for all pupils. You may, at times, be required to work at our partnership school, Sandringham & West Newton Primary Academy.

Flitcham Primary Academy is a friendly idyllic village school which is part of the Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust (DNEAT).

The successful applicant will be supported by an Executive Headteacher, Executive Deputy Headteacher, teaching and support staff, colleagues from across our Federation as well as our Academy Trust.  We work closely with our Academies Group Executive Principle (AGEP) who is another source of support for our staff.  Opportunities for further career development is also possible through the Trust.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 classroom practitioner
• Can deliver exciting, challenging lessons
• Is committed to their own professional development
• Works well as part of a small steadfast team
• Will promote our Christian Values and uphold the Christian ethos of the Federation and DNEAT

We can offer:

• A supportive, friendly working environment with excellent school mentoring and induction
• Colleagues who work closely together in the academy and across the Federation
• Children that are well behaved, courteous, enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Full training and induction and a wider network of support within the Trust

Culture and ethos:

• Proactively promote and demonstrate the Diocese’s vision and values in all aspects of work
• Challenge, motivate and empower others to set high aspirations and attain ambitious outcomes
• Treat everyone as a valued individual who is loved by God
• Promote and demonstrate a culture of continuous improvement which includes keeping abreast of educational developments and best management practice
• Work collaboratively developing the concept of family across the Trusts and their academies
• Ensure regular open and honest communication in all professional duties
• Recognise the importance of serving the wider community and promoting inclusivity.
• Undertake such other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this job specification are indicative and may vary over time.  Postholders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the post and the grade has been established on this basis.

Safeguarding

The safety and well-being of children is central to our ethos, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide references and undertake the Independent Safeguarding Authority checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and child protection practices of the Trust.

Equalities

The Diocese of Norwich Education Services Company (DONESC) has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in its academies and in the employment of people. The post holder will ensure that the DONESC meets its statutory obligations in relation to all aspects of equalities legislation. This post involves regular travel around the Diocese and maybe some evening and weekend work. This job description is not an exhaustive document. It reflects the duties and responsibilities applicable at the time of issue. Details and emphasis are subject to amendment and revision in the light of the changing of DONESC.