Staff Vacancies
The governing Body of Elmley Castle CE First School is seeking to appoint outstanding, enthusiastic, and highly motivated teachers to join our friendly staff team from September 2020. This could be in Key Stage One or our EYFS class, depending on the skills of the successful candidate. We are looking for a talented individual who:
- Is dynamic and passionate about providing the best teaching and learning opportunities for our children.
- Has high expectations of care, achievement and behaviour and a commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.
- Has excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills and is able to lead curriculum subjects innovatively
- Is willing to commit to the full life of the school.
- Is dedicated to promoting the schools’ Christian ethos and
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their practice in this small but ambitious village school.
We aim for Elmley Castle CE First School to be ‘A little piece of heaven on Earth.’ It is described by our families as a ’real gem’, with idyllic grounds, situated between Pershore and Evesham at the foot of Bredon Hill. We are a warm, fun and compassionate team who deliver a challenging, exciting and broad education within a happy, nurturing environment. Our small class sizes and commitment to excellent teaching have enabled us to achieve the highest academic standards in the county. We are dedicated to understanding our wonderful children wholly so they can thrive spiritually, academically and socially. The success of our school is dependent upon the strength of the partnerships we build with everybody in our school community. Our school forms an important part of the local community and we work hard to maintain our very positive links. Our work is supported and monitored carefully by an effective Governing Body. The school is currently acknowledged by OFSTED and SIAMS as ‘Good’.
Our 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, permission to work in the UK, identity, prohibition and qualifications checks.
For further details of the posts available, please see the attached files below.
Normally, visits to our school would be encouraged but not possible in the current circumstances. Should you wish to e-mail our Head of School, Nadia Underwood on: [email protected], she will be happy to talk with you further.
Current Staff Structure
Elmley Castle CE First School currently employs approximately 12 staff in both teaching and support staff positions.
Elmley Castle is a rewarding place to work, whether you join us in a teaching or support staff role. The school is situated on the outskirts of Pershore and Evesham, at the foot of Bredon Hill.
We have three classes catering for Preschool and Reception , Years 1 and 2, and Years 3, 4 and 5 children and we currently have 56 pupils on our register as well and part-time preschool children. Ours is a friendly school, with excellent support from Governors and parents - and a positive and caring ethos. We are committed to a child-centred education and to ensuring that every child in our community has access to the highest possible standard of education.
As Executive Headteacher, I want to appoint staff who share my very high expectations of everyone in our community; staff who enjoy working as a member of a team and who take a solution-focused approach. Our challenge, as an amazing school, is to remain amazing – and we take our commitment to our children’s learning extremely seriously. We are also fully committed to a comprehensive programme of Professional Development for staff at all levels and to ensuring that Elmley Castle CE First School is a great school to work in.
Teachers here are hardworking, gifted individuals who inspire pupils with their enthusiasm and subject knowledge. The support staff at Elmley Castle CE First School are an integral part of the school community, providing additional support for our pupils or in ensuring the smooth running of each working day.
Please be aware that 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. Any offer to the successful candidate will be conditional upon an Enhanced Disclosure being obtained via the Criminal Records Bureau. References will be taken up prior to interview.
