What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an experienced teacher who:
• Is an excellent practitioner with a proven track record of securing high standards in teaching and learning
• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour for all children
• Has strong subject knowledge of the key stage two curriculum, in particular in reading, writing and maths
• Has a strong understanding of the development of children as confident, resilient, independent individuals
• Is able to confidently and strategically lead a subject successfully
• Is able to provide exciting, creative and inspiring learning experiences for every child in their care
• Is confident and competent using IT
• Is a team player who can demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
• Is committed to high standards of personal and professional development
• Is enthusiastic, ambitious and able to work with initiative
• Has excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience of teaching KS2 is essential.
• Is passionate about playing their part in the wider life of the school and its community
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• Investment in your continued professional development
• Weekly PPA (non-contact time) working with colleagues in year teams
• Additional non-contact time for subject leadership
• Happy, polite and motivated children who are keen to learn
• A caring, friendly environment where there is a genuine commitment to raising standards of learning and care for all
• Exciting opportunities to work in partnership to shape the future of our successful school and make a real difference
• Personal laptop to undertake your role
• A strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff to work alongside you within a supportive and constructive ethos
• Active commitment to staff wellbeing
• Models of excellent practice in teaching, learning and leadership to support you
• Supportive governing body, parents and school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Hook Junior School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.