Job Introduction
Contract Term: Maternity Cover
Contract Type: Full-Time
Poplar Farm is a new school which opened in September 2018. We are a warm, caring, inclusive and vibrant school where pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Poplar Farm pupils are happy and confident, they are problem solvers, open minded, resilient and motivated to learn. We have a generous school site, with creative, bespoke learning areas both inside and outside.
The school is part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream primary schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
We are looking to appoint a Y6 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave. This is a great chance to join our incredible school! The successful candidate will receive bespoke support from an experienced mentor, and the opportunity to access a range of CPD activities.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role and to ensure your suitability for this role.
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Are efficient, well organised and have skills and talents to improve the learning of children.
- Have high expectations for learning.
- Use a range of positive behaviour management strategies.
- Have excellent communication skills and are approachable for all children, staff and parents.
- Have the ability to promote the school's aims and values.
The benefits we can offer:
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
- A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
- Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
- A large, friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff team.
- An innovative, forward thinking leadership team.
- Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- An Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (salary dependent).
- A Bike2Work Scheme.
If you would like to view the school, please attend one of our Open Afternoons on one of the following dates:
Tuesday 6 May, 2pm
Wednesday 14 May, 2pm
To book a place at one of these sessions, please contact the school office - enquiries@poplarfarmsch-cit.co.uk or telephone the school on 01476 850680.
To apply online, please visit the school website at https://www.poplarfarmsch-cit.co.uk or CIT website www.citacademies.co.uk/work-with-us
Closing date for applications: Midday, Monday 19 May 2025
Interviews will take place: 23 May 2025
CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.
Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.
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.
