Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and fostering a love for learning? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic part-time teacher to join our supportive and dynamic teaching team at Horley Infant School. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children, helping them build strong academic foundations while nurturing their creativity and curiosity. If you are a motivated individual with a genuine desire to shape the future of education, we would love to hear from you!
The ideal candidate would be someone who loves the fun that working in an infant school brings and someone who will embrace this opportunity to provide consistency and dynamism to our team. We welcome and encourage candidates to get in touch and visit our school for a cuppa and a natter about the opportunity so we can get to know each other a little better. Candidates can also take a look at our school website to get a flavour about what life at Horley Infant School is like. We think that Horley Infants is the “place to be” but don’t just take our advert’s word for it - in our latest Staff Wellbeing Survey, our school staff reported an 11% greater level of job satisfaction than the national benchmark. Maybe this could be your moment to join us?
This is a part-time position working 3 days a week (Wednesday-Friday) in a Year 1 class. You will work alongside another teacher to deliver high quality education, sharing responsibilities for lesson planning, classroom management, and pupil support.
We can offer you:
* A supportive and experienced team including knowledgeable, experienced and organised year leaders
* A full-time Teaching Assistant supporting in the class
* A vibrant group of pupils
* A compassionate and nurturing school setting
* An excellent staff assistance scheme with access to a range of wellbeing and health initiatives, including complimentary counselling, physiotherapy and a 24-hour online GP service
* Access to a Greensand My Staff Shop offering a range of hospitality, retail and leisure discounts, including a cycle to work scheme
* Defined career pathways to support your professional growth and continuous development
Responsibilities:
* Engage and inspire young learners
* Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
* Plan and deliver creative and effective lessons
* Work collaboratively with our friendly colleagues and support staff
* Contribute to the overall well-being and development of our students
Qualifications & Qualities:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Experience teaching in EYFS / Key Stage 1
* Passion for early childhood education
* Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and organisation
Applicants are warmly invited to contact Mr Jason Walters, Horley Infant School Headteacher, to discuss the role in more depth.
Closing date for applications is Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 9am. Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible. Interviews will be held on Thursday 8 May 2025.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our Trust. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support or require alternative formats, please contact us.
Horley Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or worked outside the UK within the last 10 years. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online checks will also be completed on all candidates shortlisted for interview.
Horley Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts advertised are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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