The successful candidate will be talented and professional individuals who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player.
Your opportunity
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, experienced teacher to join our 'outstanding' Chestnut Park Primary School.
Alongside GLF schools we can provide extensive career development opportunities within the school and the Multi-Academy Trust.
If you are a newly qualified teacher, we would be interested in hearing from you.
Chestnut Park School
As a modern school, built in 2016, Chestnut Park benefits from state of the art technology within a modern, purpose built environment. We are also proud of our recent Ofsted inspection (June 2018) in which we were awarded 'Outstanding' in all areas.
Ofsted found 'Pupils’ behaviour in class and around school is exemplary. They are polite and well-mannered and demonstrate very positive attitudes to learning. Leadership is strong at all levels. Existing leaders identify and nurture potential leaders. Leaders invest in high-quality training to support improvement'
Our vision is that Chestnut Park Primary School will remain a primary school of excellence, where every child is both challenged and inspired to achieve beyond their dreams. We believe every child should be inspired by a rich and varied curriculum which focuses on establishing the highest standard of basic skills, whilst nurturing independent learners and thinkers.
What we are looking for:
Outstanding classroom practitioner(s)
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Innovative and inspirational
Enthusiastic and committed to a strong belief in teamwork
Able to lead, challenge and motivate children
Committed to working with parents and the wider community
Passionate about the children's learning, progression and welfare
Why work at Chestnut Park Primary School?
The support of GLF Schools and the opportunity to be part of an inspirational, growing and dynamic organisation
An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of local community
A chance to work in a diverse, inclusive, vibrant and fast growing community with excellent transport links
New top of the range facilities to aid Teaching and Learning.
A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools
Recognition of previous school continuous service.
Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression
A competitive pension scheme
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
Flexible working options
Generous holiday allowance
Work life and family friendly policies
Employee wellbeing initiatives
Career pathways and talent management
Access to a staff benefits portal
Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Salary: MPR/UPR (Outer London)
Hours: Full Time
Start Date - ASAP
Closing date for applications- Sunday 16th April 2023
Interview date - As Soon As Possible
We will be undertaking rolling interviws, so please apply as soon as possible.
Please do visit the school website for a virtual tour and for further information.
If you would like to visit prior to applying, then please call the school office for more information.
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.
We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place