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Early Career Teacher
Oakfields Preparatory School (On-Site)
Contract, Full time, Term time
Enhanced DBS check required
£30,000 - £34,999
About the School - Oakfields
Oakfields Preparatory School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 2.5-11 years, situated at Harwood Hall, in Upminster, and surrounded by seven acres of beautiful parkland. For more than 20 years we have been concerned with the intellectual, recreational, physical and spiritual needs of young people. Our unique and holistic approach to teaching and learning champions a highly successful, tailor-made education. With the benefit of small classes, each child can receive individual attention while at the same time being part of a lively, outward-looking school community.
Emphasis is placed on the traditional values of consideration, good manners and self-discipline, and no visitor could fail to be impressed by the happy, purposeful atmosphere which prevails in every classroom. Hard work and enjoyment sit side by side, and we inspire and empower students with a true passion for learning.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Maternity Cover Class Teacher to join our fantastic team working from Monday 4th November to Friday 11th July. This role is suitable for an ECT.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.
We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.
It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.
About the role
You will ensure the effective teaching of a Year 1, helping them to develop academically and creatively both inside and outside of the classroom. Support the policies and aims of the school and ensure the good social, emotional and physical development of every child.
You will have the knowledge and expectations of the National Curriculum KS1, KS2 and beyond, and the ability to evaluate and extend learning to suit the aspirations of the school and students. You will be expected to plan, prepare and review lessons, evaluating, showing continuity and progress and using assessment materials for pupils.
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Who we are looking for:
To be considered for this role you will a degree in education of a PGCE. You will have recent teaching experience in a school and knowledge of relevant Key Stages and National Curriculum requirements. We would also expect:
•Theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies)
•An understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection methods and responsibilities
•Understands and values the processes of planning as an aid to raising standards & attainment
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday17th November 2024.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.
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