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Class Teacher 

Grade: MPR 1-6 

Hours: 0.8

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2026

Closing Date: Thursday 19th June 2025

Interview Date:  Tuesday 24th June 2025

Start Date: 1st September 2025 

This post is suitable for ECT teachers 

Swindon Village Primary is a successful, vibrant school where children learn in a positive, caring and inclusive environment. 0.8 is a 4 day a week contract, either Monday – Thursday or Tuesday – Friday. If you think you have the following qualities, we would love to hear from you.

·         Experience in teaching in Y6 (desirable)

·         High expectations of pupil achievements and behaviour (essential)

·         Commitment to raising standards and willing to ‘go the extra mile’ to give our children the very best (essential)

·         A positive individual with initiative, drive, integrity and a cheerful disposition (essential) 

·         Form positive relationships with children and parents (essential)

·         Is flexible, accommodating and a real team player (essential)  

In return we can offer:        

·        A genuine opportunity to make a difference.

·        ·       A warm and friendly environment where everyone is valued.

·       Motivated and compassionate children who are excited by learning.

·        Supportive colleagues, parents and governors.

·        Excellent training and development opportunities.

Please send all applications to admin@swindonvillage.gloucs.sch.uk or by post to Swindon Village Primary School, Church Road, Swindon Village, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 9QP.

 

Visits are warmly welcomed on the 16^th June and 19^th June at 4pm. Please contact the school office 01242 690016 or email admin@swindonvillage.gloucs.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

 

Swindon Village Primary School reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy without notice. 

As part of our due diligence within safer recruitment in schools, we will be carrying out online searches to help identify any incidents or issues which may need to be explored at interview. These searches will include, but will not be limited to, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Google. Any anomalies in either your application form or, as a result of your online search, will be addressed by the school either prior to your interview or during the interview.

Swindon Village Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 

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Whenever we have a vacancy we welcome applications from people who are keen to make a difference and add that little bit extra. 

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Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration about any criminal records and share any information that may make them unsuitable for employment. 

Successful candidates will undertake a full criminal record check via the DBS process.