Reception Primary Teacher and Phase Leader in Bradford

A full time Reception Primary Teacher and Phase Leader job has become available at a primary school in Bradford. This exciting opportunity is to start after October half term or for the right candidate can be delayed till January, it is a permanent post. Due to the school expanding in Reception to a 3 form entry they are looking for an experienced teacher who will have responsibility for leading the year group. This is a Good school with Outstanding features, and has lots of exciting opportunities for development and progression. The Reception class is vibrant and energetic and class sizes are capped to 25. The school is in a brand new building with lots of resources in the heart of Bradford. The perfect teacher for this job will be enthusiastic and have high expectations. Pay is competitive and based on experience, the salary be from £30,300-£45,450 + TLR.

Randstad Education is the market leader in the UK Education sector. We have been helping teachers and support staff to find temporary and permanent education jobs for 20 years. Working with over 1,500 schools each week we can find the ideal match for your skills. Our Leeds branch covers the West Yorkshire region and we work closely with schools across Leeds, Bradford, Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield. We help candidates find permanent posts and also provide day to day, short term and long term supply cover placements. Recently, our knowledge and expertise in providing opportunities for supply teachers and support staff was independently recognised when we were highly commended at the prestigious 2013 UK Recruiter Awards.

the job

* This is a full time permanent teacher post in Reception, with added responsibility as Phase Leader.

* The successful candidate will be responsible for a small Reception class and 2 other members of staff in the unit.

We are looking for a positive, passionate, experienced Qualified Primary School Teacher who has:

* Qualified Teaching Status (QTS), i.e. BA with QTS, Initial Teacher Training, PGCE; and a Teacher Reference Number.

* Proven experience, minimum 3 years, in teaching at primary level with a good understanding and knowledge of the Early Years curriculum and how young children develop.

* Drive, passionate, enthusiastic about learning, and is empathetic and diligent. * Dedication to maintaining and continuing to improve school standards with high expectations of their pupils.

* An excellent understanding of what motivates and interests young children, and can bring creativity and vision to the post.

* The ability to work as part of a highly committed team.

the school

* Smaller than average-size and growing, currently 2 form entry, based in the heart of Bradford.

* 'Good' with 'Outstanding' features in most recent Ofsted.

* A progressive school rich in cultural diversity and brimming with energy and ambition.

* Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere

* The building is modern and spacious and has plenty of resources.

* The teachers and staff are supportive, and committed to their collective mission and strive for excellence in education. By making lessons challenging but fun the teachers aim to instil in their children's confidence, pride and a lifelong passion for learning.

* Offer various professional development opportunities plus other benefits such as paying 1% above Local Authority salaries and free healthcare

* Class sizes capped at 25

the child

* Pupils are well behaved, friendly and eager to learn.

* Catchment from local district and other areas of Bradford.

* Over half of pupils receive support from pupil premium and eligible for free school meals

* 20% of pupils have special educational needs/disabled

* Large proportion of pupils from Pakistani heritage and some from Eastern Europe, under a quarter speak English as an additional language.

* Clear rewards and consequences for pupils behaviour & attainment.

* The school believes that every child should have an equal chance in life, irrespective of background. They genuinely believe that all of their children are capable of outstanding achievement and teachers aim to nurture their individual talents.

At Randstad Education we believe that looking after our candidates is as important as looking after our clients (the schools!). Each candidate is assigned their own consultant who will keep in regular contact regarding available assignments and will be glad to assist you with any questions, queries or difficulties that you may have. We also hold regular information and social events for the benefit of our candidates. We take great pride in the extremely high levels of service that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. We aim to deliver an efficient, reliable and honest service.

If you are interested in this fantastic job vacancy or any other opportunities please send your CV to Melissa, and/or call on 0113 246 2500. Randstad are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, as such you will be subject to our child safety checks, including two recent work references. This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.