Class Teacher – Year 1 This role will be initially based in Year 1. Start Date: 28th April 2025, or sooner if possible Salary: Teacher Mainscale 1 – 5 £31,650 - £40,439 We have an exciting opportunity for a full time, permanent class teacher to join our friendly, experienced and committed team from April 2025, or sooner if possible. St Luke’s is a one form entry school set in the heart of the Redditch community. As a Church of England school, we promote Christian values as part of our curriculum. Our ethos, vision and values reflect those of the Local Authority and Diocese of Worcestershire. We are due to join the Endeavour Schools Trust on 1st January 2025 and be a part of this family of local first schools. Pupils are happy and feel safe because of the kind and nurturing care they receive from staff. Pupils wear smiles on their faces as they walk around school and at playtimes, and they value their friendships. Parents agree that their children enjoy school and appreciate the support their children receive. Many parents now encourage others in their community to choose this school for their children. Ofsted July 2024. St Luke’s C of E First School pupils, staff and governors are looking for a teacher who; Is able to inspire and motivate others Is an excellent classroom practitioner Has experience of teaching in KS1 Is committed to raising standards of learning and achievement Has excellent behaviour management skills Has a willingness to learn Has experience of successfully managing a subject area (e.g. Computing/Art) Is a reflective practitioner Enjoys working as part of a team and is able to establish positive relationships with children, staff and parents Shares our Christian values Has a willingness to get involved with the whole school community We can offer; Happy, motivated children who love to learn Supportive staff who thrive on working as a team A collaborative community involving the church and other local schools A commitment to the continual development and improvement of teaching and learning, through professional development Please state experience, curriculum strengths and any areas of expertise or interest you have which may be relevant to the post. The school is committed to safeguarding, the PREVENT strategy and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also complete an online check for all short listed candidates. A Disqualification Self Declaration Form is to be completed and returned with the application. All applications must be made using the Worcestershire County Council application form. Closing date: Monday 27th January 2025 at 9am Interview Date: Thursday 6th February 2025 Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. We are able to offer visits to school on Friday 10th January 9.30am Monday 13th January 9.30am and 4pm Wednesday 15th January 4pm Monday 20th January 9.30am and 4pm Please telephone to book a visit. In addition, our website will give you lots of information about our school.