What is the job role?Longford Park Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-reflecting Class Teacher to join our forward-thinking and successful school. The post would suit qualified Early Career or experienced teachers, who are able to demonstrate high quality teaching with excellent knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, a strong pedagogical understanding, and an aspiration for every child to achieve their best.We are an accredited Thrive school and have a recognised ‘Learning Outside the Classroom’ (LoTC) gold award. Our staff have a passion to support our children and their families. Longford Park School empowers the children to become confident, resilient, and articulate young people who aspire to be the best version of themselves. We offer a calm, respectful and nurturing atmosphere and set high standards of respect, courtesy, hard work and achievement for all children and adults. In your letter of application, please state your curriculum strengths and any particular talents and abilities you could bring to the school and the role.Who are we looking for?We are looking for a teacher who:• Is an excellent primary practitioner• Is committed to high expectations of care, achievement, behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding.• Is capable of working as part of our enthusiastic and dedicated team.• Will enhance the renowned reputation of the school in the locality.• Has an infectious enthusiasm and passion for teaching and learning.• A willingness to ‘go the extra mile’ and make a difference to the lives of our childrenIn return we can offer:• A supportive induction programme• An opportunity for self-development and career enrichment• A warm welcoming school with opportunities to grow and develop as professionals.• A curriculum that is rich, diverse and creative to ensure that our children are prepared for their next stage of learning.• Enthusiastic and friendly children who strive to achieve their full potential.• A strong commitment to supporting well-being and positive mental health.• Friendly, dedicated and supportive staff working in a happy atmosphere• Bright, well-resourced classrooms and extensive outdoor space• A committed and experienced governing body Our children have asked that our staff members are:• A bit funny,• Someone who listens to what we say• Someone who respects other people’s opinions and differences• Someone with lots of ideas and who organises exciting activities• Someone who knows how to help us to learn well• Someone who is understanding, patient and calm.The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful candidates are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.The school brochure, job description and person specification are available to download or can be requested by emailing: sbm@longfordpark.coventry.sch.uk or telephoning the school on 02476 687688 and asking to speak to Mr Marc Dean (School Business Manager)Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place after school with a member of the leadership team. Please contact the school on 02476 687688, or via email at sbm@longfordpark.coventry.sch.uk for details and to book your tour.If you have not been invited to attend an interview by Friday 21st March 2025 at 5pm, then you should assume that your application has not been successful.Thank you for your interest in what we think will be exciting, challenging and rewarding posts.Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person SpecificationOr you can download the application pack and return completed direct to the schoolClosing Date: Thursday 20th March 2025Observations: Between 25th – 28th MarchInterviews: Thursday 3rd April 2025 Start date: September 2025This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
