Class Teacher

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for showing an interest in working at Thames Primary Academy and Nursery. Our number one priority is to give our children and their families the very best education, care and support that we possibly can. 

We are looking for a Classroom Teacher with the relevant skills, knowledge and experience, who wants to join and compliment our enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated staff team, from the 1st September 2022. 

We are very privileged to work with and inspire our children, their families and the local community; they deserve everything that we can give them! The team at Thames is committed to approaching teaching, learning and pastoral care in creative, relevant and inspirational contexts, with the children firmly at the heart of everything we do. 

Thames Primary Academy and Nursery is part of the Achievement Through Collaboration ATC Multi Academy Trust. This offers candidates an opportunity to be part of a larger support network of professionals and access to a wealth of exciting professional development and training opportunities. 

I would warmly encourage you to take a look at our website at https://thamesprimary.co.uk and our ‘Taste of Thames’ video which will give you a real flavour of life at Thames. 

As we are on our May half-term holiday until Monday 6th June candidates who wish to discuss the post before applying should contact me by email at julie.allison@thames.blackpool.sch.uk

Thank you for your interest and I wish you the best of luck with your application. 

Kind regards,

Mrs Julie Allison

Headteacher 

What are we looking for?

We are looking to appoint a committed, highly skilled and passionate class teacher. The post could be in either KS1 or KS2 depending on the skills and experience of the candidate.

In particular we are looking for someone who:

• Is determined and resilient with high expectations of themselves and others.
• Is creative and can identify solutions for barriers and obstacles. 
• Understands how children learn and develop and provides exciting, rich opportunities in which they will thrive.
• Is able to work as an integral part of a team.
• Is flexible, empathetic and has a good sense of humour.
• Wants the best for every child and is willing to work tirelessly to achieve this. 

What can we offer you?

• A wonderful, modern and purposeful working environment with excellent facilities and state of the art digital capacity plus a wealth of resources to support teaching and learning. 
• A hardworking, dedicated and supportive team of professionals who work well together and strive for excellence in everything they do.
• High quality support and a wealth of professional development opportunities.
• For Early Career Teachers- the support of a mentor/coach, professional development and opportunities to observe and work alongside experienced colleagues.
• A supportive leadership team and local governing body who are committed to staff wellbeing and reducing unnecessary workload. 
• Fantastic children and supportive parents who deserve the best.

How to apply

Read the job description and person specification carefully.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button and complete the application form.

Ensure your supporting letter is concise (no more than 2 sides of A4 font size 12) and relates to the person specification.

Closing date for applications: 4pm Friday 3rd June 2022

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to teach at Thames week beginning 6th June and successful candidates will then be invited to interview on Thursday 9th June 2022.

Please note this position may also be considered as a fixed term offer.

We really look forward to meeting you and receiving your application.

Good luck!