Job Introduction
Salary Range MPS/UPS (£31,650 - £49,084) + TLR2F (£3,391)
We are looking for a EYFS Teacher and Lead to join our team here at Ingoldmells Academy!
About the role:
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and visionary Early Years Leader. The successful applicant will have a passion for teaching and learning and the ambition to make a significant impact on the education and development of our youngest learners.
We require a committed and hardworking team player with great inter-personal skills, energy and creativity. The position provides the opportunity for contribution to the leadership and management of the whole school. You will be accountable as leader across both EYFS classes and will foster a culture of excellence in teaching and learning, promoting innovative and effective pedagogical practices that inspire and engage young learners. You will lead and support a team of dedicated teachers and learning support assistants, providing guidance mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
About us:
Ingoldmells Academy and Nursery is a thriving GAT academy that is innovative and inclusive for children aged 3-11 on the East Coast in the village of Ingoldmells. Greenwood Academies Trust are now looking to appoint an inspirational member of staff to join the Ingoldmells Academy and Nursery community through its next phase of development.
The academy is a warm and friendly environment that delivers an engaging curriculum to pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Ofsted rated the academy as ‘Good’ in March 2024. We are proud of our pupils who are expected to work hard and give their best. In return, the staff team are committed to planning and teaching high quality lessons that are purposeful and build on pupils’ knowledge and skills, utilising the excellent school grounds and creating enrichment opportunities to broaden pupils' experiences and personal development. We are a small, dedicated team who all share the common goal of providing the very best education for the children of our community.
Our Walk & Talk invitation to you:
We warmly welcome potential candidates to come on what we refer to as a ‘Walk and Talk’. This usually takes less than an hour, can be during the academy day or after school has finished. We find this provides a great opportunity for candidates to get a really good insight into Ingoldmells, prior to submitting an application. Please email admin@ingoldmellsacademy.org if you would like to come in for a ‘Walk and Talk’.
In return:
You can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.
We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
A free Employee Assistance Programme from Vivup
If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
