Class Teacher
Job introduction
The Governors wish to appoint a highly motivated, committed, enthusiastic and talented professional with the ability to make a further difference to our children and our community. The position is temporary for a year and is for 2.5 or 3 days a week (September – end of July).
Cottesmore St. Mary is a high-achieving, vibrant and creative two form entry school that has a very positive Ofsted report. We are an aspirational school that is focused on whole school development in order to provide an outstanding education for all. We are a school that is passionate about staff and individual development and all staff receive personalised high quality CPD. Coaching, mentoring and shadowing opportunities are available for all so that teaching and leadership is continuously improved. If you are someone who enjoys the challenges of working in a school which aims to be the best it can, then please apply. NQTs are very welcome to apply.
Paid weeks per year: 52
Fixed term: Until 31st July 2022
Start date: September 2021
About the role
The successful candidate will play an important role by supporting the Catholic ethos (even if not Catholic), contributing to a forward thinking team who strive to provide outstanding teaching and learning for all children at all times, demonstrating excellent professional practice and always placing children at the centre. They will contribute to the School Development Plan and be committed to raising standards whilst bringing a range of skills and interests that impact on the school community. Successful candidates will have high expectations and the ability to plan an inspiring, innovative curriculum that ensures all children make good or better progress. They will also lead an area so that it impacts positively on all children (unless an NQT) and work well with others and as part of a team.
The application pack is obtainable from the school website www.cottesmore.brighton-hove.sch.uk or upon request from the school. We encourage interested applicants to visit the school website and to also watch the school promotional video as found on the homepage. Informal visits will take place upon request to the school (Covid regulations pending).
Please contact Natasha Camilleri on 01273 555811 or email natashacamilleri@cottesmore.brighton-hove.sch.uk for all information.
Closing date: 9am, Friday 7th May (only successful applicants will be contacted)
Interview date: Thursday 13th - Tuesday 18th May
Completed CES application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school address:
The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6NB, email: natashacamilleri@cottesmore.brighton-hove.sch.
School Office: (01273) 555811
Website: http://www.cottesmore.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Additional information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Please see Gov.uk for more information on the Skilled Worker Visa.
Company information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.