“The school’s ethos and values are central to every aspect of school life at Walkwood Church of England Middle School. Relationships between pupils and teachers are strong. Pupils enjoy their learning. Pupils achieve well, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND)” SIAMS (2017) identified: “Parents speak highly of the care which their children receive and are very supportive of the vertical tutor groups which develop a caring, family environment. Pastoral care extends to all members of the school community. Staff also talk about the school having a family feel which is welcoming to new members of staff and supportive of all.” The Governors of this Church of England academy wish to appoint a temporary part time Class Teacher to cover maternity leave. We are looking for a teacher who is: •An outstanding classroom practitioner •Able to establish and maintain high expectations, challenge and support for all pupils through a fully inclusive approach. •Able to share the vision for and deliver a curriculum that links content, skills and values; building on prior knowledge. •Responsive and proactive to enable sustained high standards of learning and teaching for their pupils. •Able to provide effective pastoral care and understanding of all pupils. •Flexible and works effectively as part of a team •Excellent communication skills with pupils and all stakeholders. •A reflective practitioner. •Committed to their own professional development. •Committed to promoting our Christian Ethos and values. The post holder will be responsible for planning, delivering and assessing high quality lessons which engage and inspire all learners across KS2 and KS3. The successful candidate will demonstrate consistently high standards of teaching and excellent classroom management. We can offer: •A committed and supportive leadership team •Wonderful, motivated children •A commitment to your future professional development •Support from the whole community of our church school •Support from The Spire Academy Trust (currently transitioning) The post is available from 1 January 2025 and is on a fixed term contract for 1 year. Application forms are available from https://www.walkwoodms.worcs.sch.uk/Recruitment Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. Closing date for applications is 9.00am on Friday 22nd November 2024. Short-listed candidates will be contacted soon after this date. Interviews will take place week shortly after the closing date. Walkwood Church of England Middle School is committed to the protection and safety of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and full references will be expected from the successful candidate. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Hours: Part time (0.6), Fixed Term Contract covering Maternity Leave Grade: Teachers Main Pay to Upper Pay range. £30,000 - £46,525 pro- rata Closing Date: 9.00am on Friday 22nd November 2024. Interview: Interviews will take place week shortly after the closing date.