What skills and experience we're looking for
Do you believe that character development is the backbone of academic success? Then, Warren Farm is the place for you.
Character education is integral to who we are at Warren Farm. We believe that supporting our children to become the best versions of themselves goes beyond academics. Our goal is to nurture, not only successful children, but also well-rounded individuals who demonstrate strong and positive character traits. As a class teacher, you will be instrumental in implementing our Character Curriculum, by integrating Character Education into everyday learning experiences, helping our children understand their role in society and prepare them for their adult lives far beyond the classroom.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for the Governors and Headteacher to appoint a classroom practitioner who will be, or has the potential to be, a high performing member of Warren Farm Primary School. The successful candidate will have the character and potential to provide aspirational and inspirational teaching to support school improvement and play an integral role alongside our current staff in raising standards and outcomes for all pupils. You will be instrumental in delivering an ambitious and engaging curriculum to support the exciting journey of ‘Excellence in Everything’ at Warren Farm Primary School and the community it serves.
The Governing body and Headteacher invite applications from candidates who:
• are, or have the potential to be, excellent class teachers
• demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
• have a clear philosophy of primary education
• possess the character to effectively implement the school’s culture, vision and values through highly effective aspirational and inspirational teaching
• possess the character to establish excellent relationships with children, parents and the wider school community
• are committed to providing exceptional opportunities for pupil’s positive personal development and academic progress
• set high standards for themselves and others
Closing date: Midday Friday 28th February 2025
Informal visits: Please contact Mark McLaughlin on mark.mclaughlin@warrenfarmgo.co.uk to arrange an informal visit.
• Thursday 30th January 4:00pm
• Tuesday 4th February 1:30
• Monday 10th February 4:00pm
Lesson observations and Interviews: Week beginning 17th March 2025
Start date: September 2025
What the school offers its staff
At Warren Farm, our vision is clear; Excellence in Everything - Achieving greatness that lasts a lifetime. We want to employ the very best teachers and leaders, providing them with the resources and training to be their very best. In doing so, you will have the opportunity to work towards bigger goals and grow both personally and professionally. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children - both academically and through character development - we invite you to apply.
For a glimpse of life beyond the school gates at Warren Farm please follow our ‘X’ (formerly twitter) page @warren_farm_primary
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.