KS2 Teacher – Full time - main pay scale We are seeking a teacher to join our team for 5 days a week to start in January 2025 (or as soon afterwards) to complement our KS2 team. The post would suit someone at the beginning of their career, as we have excellent career and training opportunities available or someone with experience. This role is permanent subject to a successful probation period. ‘Whitegrove Primary is a popular two form entry school that continues to be good’, Ofsted March 2022. Parents describe our school as ‘ a progressive and protective environment in which children learn and thrive’. They say that their children feel safe and happy at Whitegrove and that they are very happy to be part of the Whitegrove family. Are you: A qualified teacher (QTS) or equivalent? Keen to provide an inspiration learning environment? Someone who likes working with others and enjoys sharing good practice? We Offer: A high quality and caring environment. A hard-working and friendly team. A commitment to your professional development. Eager and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy coming to school. Please contact Alexandra Butler (headwhitegroveprimary.co.uk) for more details and to arrange a visit. Closing date: Monday 25 th November 2024 Interviews: Thursday 28 th November 2024 However, the school may choose to interview strong candidates as applications arrive. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed in the school must be aware that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Equal Opportunities Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered. Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/ Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration. Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification. Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview. Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.