We are looking for an enthusiastic KS2 Class Teacher to join Westcourt Primary School from September 2022.  The class is well established and has a great attitude to teaching and learning. There is a range of abilities within the class, with an experienced Teaching Assistant supporting the class.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a commitment to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all children.
• Inspire our children as resourceful, independent, creative, and happy learners.
• Be an enthusiastic team member who shares the vision of the school.
• Be an effective communicator with staff, parents, and children.

We can offer:

• An opportunity to join a welcoming, friendly, and fun school team committed to the children’s education, progress, and a lifetime love of learning.
• A highly committed and supportive leadership team that support and mentor staff.
• A committed and dedicated governing body.
• Wonderful children who are at the heart of our community.

The school began its transition to a two-form entry in September 2016 and will reach full expansion by 2022.  The school joined the Primary First Trust in February 2017. There is a 52-place nursery in the school. The school has a diverse intake, consisting of 15 ethnic groups; 31% of pupils have English as an additional language (EAL). The school has extensive grounds, including playgrounds, a field and Multi-Use Game Area. All of these are used to enhance pupils’ learning experiences.

The school is situated in the east of Gravesend, offering quick links to the A2/M2. The site is extensive, giving staff good car parking facilities and a dedicated PPA room and a staff room. The building is well-maintained, offering a good working environment. The school values staff well-being and support is put in place for new staff members so that they are quickly integrated into the school community. We have a supportive staff community with calm well-mannered children. The school is well resourced, and there are opportunities for continued professional development.

Your interview day is a mutual process aligned to help you to decide if Westcourt Primary & Nursery School is the right school for you to advance your career.  We aim to make it as supportive as possible. 

Please visit our website at https://www.westcourt.kent.sch.uk/ or contact Margaret Sexton, Headteacher, via email at headteacher@westcourt.kent.sch.uk if you have any questions regarding the position.

You can also learn more about us by visiting our website https://www.westcourt.kent.sch.uk/.

Alternatively, search for us on Facebook or Twitter:

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Westcourt-Primary-and-Nursery-School-112722067255224/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SchoolWestcourt?s=09

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to headteacher@westcourt.kent.sch.uk by Noon, Friday 15^th July 2022. Alternatively, you can post your completed application form to Margaret Sexton at Westcourt Primary & Nursery School, Silver Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4JG.

The Primary First Trust and Westcourt Primary & Nursery School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check and other employment checks.

The Primary First Trust and Westcourt Primary & Nursery School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery. References will be requested for those shortlisted ONLY and before the interview.

Westcourt Primary School is looking to recruit an innovative, strategic, and inspirational SENDCo / Inclusion Lead to join our staff team in September 2022. Applicants will develop an effective practice for pupils, so that specific needs are addressed, and pupils experience success and achieve academic and personal goals. You will work closely with our staff team to coordinate, plan, and assess the SEND provision in our school.

We are looking for:

• An outstanding qualified teacher with an excellent record of raising standards for all.
• Passionate about developing the whole child.
• An inspirational role model and leader.
• Able to work in partnership with the SLT and Governors, leading on SEND.
• Able to lead and manage staff in developing and implementing effective provisions for SEND pupils.
• Able to manage the interventions considered necessary for these pupils.
• Experienced in working with outside agencies.
• Experienced and knowledgeable in working within the field of safeguarding.
• Aware of how to support pupils with emotional and/or behaviour needs in order to access a mainstream curriculum.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in record preparation and keeping in relation to SEND pupils.
• Have the National Award for SEN Coordination.

We can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work in a school with a strong staff team.
• Happy children who enjoy being at school and are engaged in their learning.
• Continuing professional development.
• A good range of possible avenues for career progression.
• A bright, inviting classroom environment and grounds.
• A committed leadership team.
• Staff wellbeing day.

If you would like to visit the school, please contact the Headteacher, Miss Sexton, at the following email address to arrange a school visit: headteacher@westcourt.kent.sch.uk.

Westcourt is situated east of Gravesend, offering quick links to the A2/M2. The site is extensive, giving staff good car parking facilities, a dedicated PPA room, and a staff room. The building is well-maintained, offering a good working environment. The school values staff well-being and support is put in place for new staff members to integrate into the school community quickly. The school is well resourced, and there are opportunities for continued professional development.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of 10 primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley.  This gives us a vast support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

An application pack is attached to this advert, and completed application forms should be emailed to headteacher@westcourt.kent.sch.uk. By noon on Friday 8^th July 2022.

The Primary First Trust & Westcourt Primary & Nursery School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and will carry out an Enhanced DBS on the successful candidate.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our dedicated team.

Mayplace Primary is a fantastic school with amazing pupils. Our adventurous outdoor curriculum enables children to think creatively, problem-solve and experience exciting learning opportunities.

Our values of Leading, Learning, Love of Learning, Team and Belonging provide a framework for our pupils which supports them in academic excellence as well as becoming clear thinkers who are collaborative with a strong moral compass.

We are an inclusive school which values difference. We understand that each of our children are individual, and we seek to meet their needs through a curriculum which is vibrant, dynamic and practical. We know that children who enjoy their learning are engaged and therefore make the best progress. It is crucial to us that every child achieves the most that they can and becomes the best that they can be.

The main purpose of the role is to be responsible for the safety and welfare of children during the school lunchtime break.

The successful candidate will:

• Use initiative and be assertive and consistent in any contact with pupils.
• Exercise good judgement.
• Comply with relevant legislation and codes of practice particularly the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Be professional, honest and trustworthy.
• Enjoy working with children.

We can offer:

•  A positive working environment with a strong focus on staff and pupil wellbeing.
• A positive school community that will support you to be successful in your role. 

The school is part of the Primary First Trust, a primary-only family of schools that has already demonstrated a commitment to improving standards and also working with effective professionals on career development both within their individual schools and the wider Trust.

An application pack is attached to this advert and completed application forms should be emailed to admin@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk by noon on Thursday 30^th June 2022.

For further details please email: admin@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk

The Primary First Trust and Mayplace Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work.  All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references including their current Head Teacher. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Mayplace Primary School for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. An understanding of Autism and previous experience in using strategies to enable children to access the curriculum is essential. Experience of using PECS would be an advantage.  Applicants with experience of supporting children with special educational needs in a school setting and who wish to develop their career will be considered.

Mayplace Primary is a fantastic school with amazing pupils. Our adventurous outdoor curriculum enables children to think creatively, problem-solve and experience exciting learning opportunities. Our values of Leading Learning, Love of Learning, Team and Belonging provide a framework for our pupils which supports them in academic excellence as well as becoming clear thinkers who are collaborative with a strong moral compass.

We are an inclusive school which values difference. We understand that each of our children are individual, and we seek to meet their needs through a curriculum which is vibrant, dynamic and practical. We know that children who enjoy their learning are engaged and therefore make the best progress; it is crucial to us that every child achieves the most that they can and becomes the best that they can be.

The school is part of the Primary First Trust, a primary-only family of schools that has already demonstrated a commitment to improving standards and also working with effective professionals on career development both within their individual schools and the wider Trust.

An application pack is attached to this advert and completed application forms should be emailed to admin@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk by noon on Wednesday 29^th June 2022.

Closing Date for applications: 12pm, Wednesday 29th June 2022.

Interview and Selection process: Week Beginning 4th July 2022. 

For further details please email: admin@mayplace.bexley.sch.uk         

The Primary First Trust and Mayplace Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work.  All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references including their current Head Teacher.

The Academy of Cuxton schools is a 2-form entry Infant and Junior School with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Cuxton and surrounding areas.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley.  This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

We are supported by the Primary First Trust a small and effective primary-only academy chain that supports us in offering exceptional CPD. At any stage of your career, we can offer bespoke tailored training which can support your individual needs and career aspirations. The Trust offers an excellent and unique opportunity for local career progression.

We pride ourselves that each of our staff members will be clear about the next steps of their development, how they can move forward and where they can access the expertise to achieve their aims.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  Please contact Adele Murray, Admin Support Assistant, via the school office on 01634 337720 to arrange an appointment.

An application pack is attached to this advert and completed application forms should be emailed to office@academyofcuxton.org by 12pm, 30^th June 2022

Interview date: 5^th July 2022

Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified on 1^st July 2022

References will be requested from those shortlisted.

The Primary First Trust and The Academy of Cuxton Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Are you passionate about changing the life chances of young people? If so, we would like to hear from you.

At Wayfield we inspire our children and staff to be ‘Proud to Achieve’. Wayfield is an incredible school, and we believe we are all capable of so many amazing things. We believe that our children get the best deal, and we inspire greatness from all. It is vital that we give our children as many different experiences as possible to ensure they are well equipped to succeed in today’s rapidly changing society. Our curriculum is carefully designed with the children’s specific needs and interests in mind. As a result, our children can experience visiting many different places both locally, wider afield across the country and Europe.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

The successful candidate will work in our afterschool club to help provide a fun, safe and creative provision. It is essential that the successful candidate can build strong relationships with the children of varying ages who attend, in order to help them enjoy their time at the after-school provision, by helping to nurture a positive climate within the setting. This role will involve preparing simple nutritious meals, arranging play and learning opportunities, so we are looking for someone who will work as part of a team and show individual initiative and creativity to make our afterschool club a safe and fun place for our children.  

Wayfield Primary is an inclusive school, and as such, the successful candidate will provide support for children from a range of backgrounds.

You would be joining a supportive and friendly staff team, the most amazingly polite and hardworking children and supportive parents and carers. We support our staff with their professional and career development through routine coaching meetings with the Head Teacher and access to nationally recognised CPD. Our aim will be to encourage and nurture you to develop into the very best teacher.

As an Apple Distinguished School, we are part of a network of some of the most innovative schools in the world. We are a center of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple’s vision of exemplary learning environments. We use Apple products to inspire student creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. As a recognised Apple school, we cultivate environments in which students are excited about learning, curiosity is fostered, and learning is a personal experience.

Further information can be found in our video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-Ba7ikk_mg&feature=share

We would love to speak to you about this opportunity, and visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please feel free to contact us via email at office@wayfield.medway.sch.uk or by phone on 0300 0658230.

Application

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to clairegrant@wayfield.medway.sch.uk

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to the interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

The Primary First Trust and Wayfield Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

The Primary First Trust and Wayfield Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

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Wainscott Primary School is a 2-form entry School with a Nursery with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Wainscott and surrounding areas.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley.  This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

If you wish to visit our school before applying for the position please contact Rebecca White, Admin Support assistant, via email at office@wainscottschool.org.uk You can also view what is happening in our school by visiting our website, http://www.wainscott.medway.sch.uk/

Application

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to office@wainscottschool.org.uk by 12pm on Wednesday 6^th July 2022.

Interviews will take place via teams on the week beginning Monday 11^th July 2022.

Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified on Thursday 7^th July 2022.

References will be requested from those shortlisted.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

Wainscott Primary School is a 2-form entry School with a Nursery with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Wainscott and surrounding areas.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley.  This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

If you wish to visit our school before applying for the position please contact Rebecca White, Admin Support assistant, via email at office@wainscottschool.org.uk You can also view what is happening in our school by visiting our website, http://www.wainscott.medway.sch.uk/.   

Application

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to office@wainscottschool.org.uk by 12pm on Wednesday 6^th July 2022.

Interviews will take place via teams on the week beginning Monday 11^th July 2022.

Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified on Thursday 7^th July 2022.

References will be requested from those shortlisted.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

Wainscott Primary School is a 2-form entry School with a Nursery with a staff of 50. We are a friendly and vibrant school that serves the community of Wainscott and surrounding areas.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley.  This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

If you wish to visit our school before applying for the position please contact Rebecca White, Admin Support assistant, via email at office@wainscottschool.org.uk You can also view what is happening in our school by visiting our website, http://www.wainscott.medway.sch.uk/. 

Application

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to office@wainscottschool.org.uk by 12pm on Wednesday 6^th July 2022.

Interviews will take place via teams on the week beginning Monday 11^th July 2022.

Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified on Thursday 7^th July 2022.

References will be requested from those shortlisted.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Primary First Trust and Wainscott Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

Are you passionate about changing the life chances of young people? If so, we would like to hear from you.

At Wayfield we inspire our children and staff to be ‘Proud to Achieve’. Wayfield is an incredible school, and we believe we are all capable of so many amazing things. We believe that our children get the best deal, and we inspire greatness from all. It is vital that we give our children as many different experiences as possible to ensure they are well equipped to succeed in today’s rapidly changing society. Our curriculum is carefully designed with the children’s specific needs and interests in mind. As a result, our children can experience visiting many different places both locally, wider afield across the country and Europe.

We work in collaboration with our Trust, The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

The appointed ECT will need;

• To demonstrate a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding teaching and learning
• Shows commitment to ensuring equality of opportunity for all learners
• Is reflective, open to feedback and driven to be outstanding
• Is a dedicated team player
• Demonstrate optimism about children and expect the highest possible standards.
• To be motivated to develop their career

To support the successful candidate, we can offer:

• Support from the Senior Leadership Team to develop your career
• A robust induction process as an ECT
• Support to keep up to date with best practice, through The Primary First Trust networks and affiliated national bodies.

You would be joining a supportive and friendly staff team, the most amazingly polite and hardworking children and supportive parents and carers. We support our staff with their professional and career development through routine coaching meetings with the Head Teacher and access to nationally recognised CPD. Our aim will be to encourage and nurture you to develop into the very best teacher.

As an Apple Distinguished School, we are part of a network of some of the most innovative schools in the world. We are a center of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple’s vision of exemplary learning environments. We use Apple products to inspire student creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. As a recognised Apple school, we cultivate environments in which students are excited about learning, curiosity is fostered, and learning is a personal experience.

Further information can be found in our video;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-Ba7ikk_mg&feature=share

We would love to speak to you about this opportunity, and visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please feel free to contact us via email at office@wayfield.medway.sch.uk or by phone on 0300 0658230.

Application

To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form, available to download from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form, to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted via email to clairegrant@wayfield.medway.sch.uk

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to the interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

The Primary First Trust and Wayfield Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

The Primary First Trust and Wayfield Primary School are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Premises Assistant apprentice to join our dedicated team.

The Federation of Barnehurst Schools comprises of two outstanding schools. We value our community, and the school has built a strong reputation for excellence over the years.

We are a high achieving school with strong links to our community. The Barnehurst Federation of schools consists of a nursery, infant and junior school. We are two form entry and pride ourselves on the quality of education that we provide for all our pupils. We work as one school to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach. Our children are exceptional, and visitors always credit them on their behaviour and love of learning. We spend time investing in our staff and children to ensure that we create a learning environment that allows everyone to achieve their very best. We look forward to welcoming any candidate to join our strong and thriving team.

The ideal candidate will share our vision and commitment to upholding our high standards and aspirations for our school.

The successful candidate:

• Will be motivated and flexible.

• Has enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive outlook.

• Has strong communication skills.

• Can work on own initiative and prioritise workload.

• Works effectively as a team member.

• Has willingness to learn and develop.

We can offer:

• A commitment to your professional development and future career through superb CPD opportunities in the school and across the Trust.

• A positive working environment with strong focus on staff and pupil wellbeing.

• A positive school community that will support you to be successful in your role.

We are the founding school of The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent, and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence.

The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and other employment checks.

The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst Schools are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

For further information about the school please visit the school website:  www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk

To apply for this vacancy please download and complete the attached application form and email it directly to n.jones@barnehurstfederation.co.uk

For further details regarding this vacancy please contact our Head Teacher, L Shields on 01322 334214 or email: n.jones@barnehurstfederation.co.uk

References will be requested for those short listed ONLY and prior to the interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Are you looking to return to teaching?

Do you have a passion for primary education?

Would you like to work with a Trust who puts the children and staff first?  We want to hear from you!

We are looking to recruit Primary teachers who are interested in long term and short term supply opportunities with our Trust.

The Primary First Trust is a Trust that genuinely celebrates and nurtures the diversity and distinctiveness of its partner schools. We are a growing network of 10 individual primaries across Bexley, Gravesham and Medway. All our schools are at different points in their journey - each with a unique context, considerable strengths and specific opportunities. Our refreshingly collaborative way of working, enviable track record and deep understanding of primary-based learning give us an unmistakable edge in driving up standards in every area of school life. Join us to help reach our aim to be First for education.

Our offer for you

• Direct supply teacher contract with the Trust.
• Earn for what you teach when you want to teach.
• Large network of professionals.
• Training through The National College.
• Work/life balance.

If you are interested, please submit an application form or for further details, please contact hr@theprimaryfirsttrust.co.uk.

The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including disclosing criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures that promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

The Primary First Trust is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.