School: Berry Hill Primary School (Primary)
Address: Nine Wells Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire
Title: Class Teacher - Berry Hill Primary School
Grade: MPS/UPS
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 31/08/2026)
Closing Date: 30/04/2025
Interview Date: 07/05/2025
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Fixed term for a year - 1/9/25 to 31/8/26 with the possibility of being made permanent.
Are you an experienced, dedicated Year 6 teacher with a passion for inspiring young minds? Do you have the ability to create an engaging, positive learning environment? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced Year 6 teacher to join our close-knit, supportive team on a fixed-term contract for one year, with the potential for a permanent position.
About Us
Berry Hill Primary School is a thriving, one-form entry school located in the beautiful village of Berry Hill, just a short distance from Coleford, Ross-on-Wye, Lydney, Monmouth, and Gloucester. We are deeply embedded in our community, and our mission is to ensure every child achieves their very best. While Ofsted rated us as 'Requires Improvement' in January 2023, we have since embarked on an exciting journey of growth and development. Our progress has been recognised by external school improvement advisors, reflecting the positive strides we have made.
We are seeking a teacher who:
1. Holds a strong commitment to our vision: ‘The Berry Hill Family – Valued individuals, aspirational learners, exceptional futures.’
2. Is an exceptional Year 6 teacher with a proven track record of inspiring and motivating children.
3. Has extensive experience in managing classroom behaviour effectively and creating a calm, respectful and productive learning environment.
4. Is committed to providing our Year 6 children with an outstanding final year of primary school, including leading exciting experiences like the residential trip and the Year 6 end-of-year performance.
5. Demonstrates high expectations and a passion for delivering the very best educational outcomes for all our pupils.
6. Builds strong relationships with children, staff, parents, and governors.
7. Actively contributes to the wider life of the school and community.
8. Has a keen interest in sport, helping to enrich our pupils’ extracurricular opportunities.
9. Has subject leadership experience, or a desire to take on subject leadership in the future.
Our children are looking for a teacher who:
1. Is kind, approachable and genuinely cares about their learning.
2. Is firm but fair, with clear and consistent expectations.
3. Makes learning exciting, inspiring and fun.
4. Listens to their needs and makes them feel valued and respected.
What we can offer
1. A fixed, full PPA day working from home every other week.
2. Friendly, motivated and well-behaved children who are eager to learn and thrive.
3. A supportive and passionate staff team that works collaboratively to ensure the success and well-being of every child.
4. A school environment that prioritises both academic achievement and the well-being of our children.
5. Excellent resources, including large classrooms, large hall, laptops, iPads and a well-stocked library.
6. Beautiful, expansive school grounds featuring two trim trails, two playgrounds, a field and a forest school area.
7. An inclusive, diverse school community that celebrates all backgrounds and perspectives.
8. Structured professional development opportunities and a clear path for career progression, including subject leadership roles.
9. Strong support from parents and a welcoming community.
Join Us
If you are an experienced teacher with a passion for helping children achieve their full potential, we would love to meet you. Berry Hill Primary School is a place where you can make a real difference in children’s lives and be part of a truly supportive family.
Visits
We warmly welcome you to visit our school, which can be arranged even over the Easter holidays. To schedule a visit or for more information, please email Mrs Amy Pugh at head@berryhill.gloucs.sch.uk or call the school office on 01594 832262.
For further information and an application pack please visit our website Vacancies where you will find a Job Description, Person Specification, Application Form and our Safeguarding Policy here.
Completed application forms must be sent with a covering letter addressed to Mrs Amy Pugh at head@berryhill.gloucs.sch.uk or posted to the school address.
Berry Hill Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Berry Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply.
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