The Governors of Birchwood Primary School are seeking an excellent class teacher to join our friendly team at this popular and successful school. We invite enthusiastic and committed teachers to join our dedicated and highly skilled teaching team. We seek a professional who possesses the relevant qualifications, expertise, and ambition to empower our pupils, enabling them to achieve their learning and personal targets. Birchwood Primary School is a highly regarded and thriving institution. It is a wonderful place to teach and an inspirational environment for pupils. We are fortunate to have 453 enthusiastic, energetic, and well-behaved children who demonstrate excellent learning behaviours and enjoy coming to school. They are fiercely loyal to their school and highly supportive. Birchwood takes pride in our fantastic reputation and strong relationships with our community. We value our committed staff at all levels, who as a team, have a significant impact on outcomes for all our pupils. The teachers, highly praised by our Trust for their teaching and commitment, are a professional and hardworking team who are excellently supported by our invaluable Teaching Assistants. Our Lunchtime Supervisors, Site Management, and Administration teams are highly valued and share our determination to drive forward progress. Together, we form a fantastic team that develops, supports, and guides each other to ensure that we achieve the very best for our school community. We are proud to be a Fair Workload School and value the well-being of all our stakeholders. We look forward to welcoming a new teacher to our team as we continue our journey as a high-performing school. Support and professional development are second to none. All staff at every level benefit from high-quality professional development opportunities. Many of our staff have enjoyed the unique chance to work and lead across our excellent Academy primary schools and gain promoted posts within our Trust. We have created a fantastic and exciting bespoke school curriculum that ensures all our children engage in ‘Rich Opportunities and Memorable Experiences’. We offer an extensive wider curriculum and entitlement for all our children. Birchwood is a place where learning is enjoyable and all children succeed. The successful candidate will: Be an excellent classroom practitioner who ensures that all children, whatever their ability, make great progress. Be a dedicated professional with the ability to inspire children and their colleagues. Set the highest standards for themselves and others. Have excellent subject and curriculum knowledge, which they use to engage children. Work successfully and positively in partnership with parents and our community. Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. You will benefit from: Pupils whose ‘excellent behaviour’ strongly contributes to our school ethos of consideration and respect. Innovative colleagues who are great ‘team players’ and are always welcoming and supportive. Parents who encourage their children to excel and support us at every opportunity. Highly regarded professional development opportunities for teachers at all stages of their careers. The opportunity to work across our primary schools and access unrivalled career opportunities. A leadership team that will support, encourage, and allow you to shine. We welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our wonderful school. Tours of school: Monday 28 th April 2025 at 9.00 a.m. and Wednesday 30 th April 2025 at 1.30 p.m. (please contact the school office to confirm attendance) Closing date for applications: Tuesday 6 th May 2025 at 12 noon. Interview Date: Friday 9 th May - successful applicants will be required for the whole day. Visit our website: www.birchwoodprimaryschool.com Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from the Community Academies Trust vision and values. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment. Community Academies Trust Registration No 0747273-6 “Education is for improving lives and for leaving your community and world better than you found it”