What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an excellent teacher who is passionate about teaching and meeting the needs of all learners. They must have a good depth of knowledge about the KS2 curriculum, have excellent skills in using technology and be creative in their approach to teaching. We are a forward-looking school, always striving to improve and we feel that this is an ideal opportunity for an outstanding, enthusiastic, engaging teacher to truly complement our Key Stage 2 team.
What the school offers its staff
Oakwood Junior School is a large school located in the Alvaston suburb of the city, a well-established and popular school with rising standards and high morale amongst our staff.
Our vision for Oakwood Junior School is 'Every Child is a Learner and Can Achieve', regardless of their background or ability. This reflects a passionate commitment to learning and recognition of the uniqueness of individual learners. It is driven by our desire to offer the best possible education for our pupils in partnership with parents and the local community. We believe our approach will inspire a love of learning and unlock the potential that lies within all of our children, preparing them to be happy, respectful, successful and responsible citizens in the future.
We aim to provide a warm, welcoming and supportive environment in which our pupils develop a lifelong love of learning. We want the children to be happy and excited about coming to school to learn and to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding through a rich curriculum that celebrates diversity.
At Oakwood Junior School, the staff and governors work in partnership with parents and carers. We value the contributions of a child’s whole family and are committed to building strong links with the community.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are fully committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of the children and expect all staff to share in this commitment. Please refer to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy that can found on our website using the following link: For further information please log on to the DfE website and refer to the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education ’document: