Evenlode Primary School - Class Teacher (Foundation Learning)
About the School
Evenlode Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive two-form entry school for children from Nursery to Year Six. Our Nursery children are based in their own setting on Bute Lane in Penarth, while the children from Reception to Year Six are on our main site at Evenlode Avenue. Our school community is further supported by our Saplings Out of School Provision, which offers wrap-around care for children on the Evenlode Avenue site.
At Evenlode, we pride ourselves on being a special place where everyone feels they truly belong. As an anti-racist and inclusive community, we celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and welcome all into our school family. Our motto, 'Belonging, Believe, Achieve', reflects our deep commitment to the wellbeing and personal development of every child. Our school values of respect, compassion, positivity, and kindness are woven into the fabric of daily life.
We are privileged to have a dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and Governors who are passionate about providing the best possible learning experiences for our children. This is evident in the vibrant, joyful, and purposeful learning environment we have created, both indoors and outdoors. Our innovative 'Hook and Book' curriculum, designed in line with the Curriculum for Wales, ensures that children make strong progress and develop crucial skills such as curiosity, resilience, and the ability to think outside the box.
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Ambitious : Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open : Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together : Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud : Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details - Teachers Main Pay Scale:
Teacher’s Main Scale :
TMS1(MIN) N/A TMS2 £32,433TMS3 £35,039TMS4 £37,739TMS5 £40,710TMS6 £44,802
Upper Pay Scales for Teachers :
UPS1 £46,446UPS2 £48,168UPS3 £49,944
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern : Full time
Main Place of Work : Evenlode Primary School
Temporary Reason : Temporary for year until July 25th, in first instance- reviewed in line with budget for next academic year and potential to be renewed.
Description: The role is teaching full time in a primary school in the Foundation Phase.
About you
You will need :
1. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
2. Skilled and experienced teacher
3. Proven experience in Foundation Phase or Early Years education
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
5. A passion for working with children and a nurturing approach
We need you to:
6. Be a highly effective teacher
7. Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that promote a love of learning and intellectual curiosity, in line with the Curriculum for Wales
8. Use adaptive teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional needs
9. Have a secure understanding and application of assessment strategies to ensure strong progress.
10. Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues, promoting good behaviour and a safe learning environment
11. Participate in the wider life and ethos of the school, including extracurricular activities
12. EWC Required: Yes
13. DBS Check Required : Yes
How to Apply
Closing Date: Friday 4th April 2025
Shortlisting date: Monday 7th April 2025
Interview date: Week beginning Monday 28th April 2025