Foundation Stage Class Teacher

Our popular, thriving village school is currently expanding and we are seeking: Maternity Cover - Foundation Stage Class Teacher

From 26th January 2015 (or possibly earlier) to August 2015

(MPS - Full time / Fixed until August 2015, extension possible)

Our recent OFSTED (May 2011) reported that Grazeley is a GOOD school. It is on a journey of sustained improvement and has many strengths. Pupils enjoy their time at school, behave well and flourish in the caring and supportive atmosphere. They make good progress and attainment is above average in reading, writing and mathematics by the end of Year 6.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly skilled classroom teacher to cover a maternity leave for Foundation Stage.

We are seeking to appoint someone who:

• is a committed professional with vision and drive
• has high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• puts children at the heart of everything they do
• is sympathetic to our Christian values
• is able to work as part of team
• communicates effectively
• has strengths in Art and DT

We offer:

• a positive, nurturing and caring atmosphere
• a strong school community and church links
• a highly supportive and committed Governing body
• happy, friendly and well behaved children with a love of learning
• a creative, purpose led approach to learning
• an attractive learning environment
• a commitment to the professional development of all staff
• an easily accessible rural school just south of M4 junction 11

For an application pack please visit http://www.grazeley.wokingham.sch.uk/en/top/vacancies/ CVs will not be accepted.

We welcome all candidates to come and visit us before applying. Please contact Mrs Kilbane (School Administrator) on 0118 9883340 or admin@grazeley.wokingham.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

Positions starting Monday 26th January 2015

Closing date for applications: Monday 7th November 2014 at 12 noon.
Interview dates: Tuesday 14th November.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Grazeley Parochial C of E (Aided) Primary School
Mereoak Lane, Grazeley, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1JY
www.grazeley.wokingham.sch.uk