Class Teacher (Reception/Y1) – Maternity Cover
| Posting date: | 20 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31,650.00 to £43,607.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 June 2025 |
| Location: | Warminster, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4837 |
Summary
Horningsham is a thriving village school set in the unique grounds of the Longleat Estate in Wiltshire, near Warminster. It is a very special place to work and this is a great opportunity to join our united team who work hard to ensure that our children flourish socially, emotionally and academically. We pride ourselves in offering a vast range of enrichment opportunities which complement our vibrant curriculum. Our motto ‘Together We Learn’, is at the heart of everything that we do. We are well supported by parents, governors and our local community and all share high expectations of everyone in the school.
Find out more about us on our school website: www.horningsham.wilts.sch.uk
All about the role:
We are searching for an excellent Class Teacher to cover a maternity post in our Reception/Year 1 class from the start of September 2025.
We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who:
Is able to effectively teach a mixed aged class.
Has good understanding of Early Years pedagogy and the EYFS Framework, as well as the KS1 National Curriculum.
Delivers high quality Early Years provision, valuing outdoor learning and learning through play.
Supports every child to reach their full potential with a good understanding of inclusion.
Has the passion and skills to lead a curriculum area.
Is proative and forward thinking and will help us to continue to progress with our vision.
Can work alongside others to learn, improve and share practice.
Will support our wider activities in school.
Builds strong relationships with colleagues, children, parents and governors.
Is nurturing, passionate, motivated and aspirational.
In return, we can offer:
A good school, in a beautiful village location.
Great children who are happy and enthusiastic to come to school and learn.
A highly committed, supportive and hard working team.
A welcoming, inclusive school with a caring environment.
A positive relationship with parents, our community and a supportive Governing Body.
A comprehensive, and supportive, induction process.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Networking with teachers across the Compass Collaboration.
A positive, respectful culture that values wellbeing and work/life balance.
Great links with Longleat!
Find out more about us on our school website: www.horningsham.wilts.sch.uk
All about the role:
We are searching for an excellent Class Teacher to cover a maternity post in our Reception/Year 1 class from the start of September 2025.
We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who:
Is able to effectively teach a mixed aged class.
Has good understanding of Early Years pedagogy and the EYFS Framework, as well as the KS1 National Curriculum.
Delivers high quality Early Years provision, valuing outdoor learning and learning through play.
Supports every child to reach their full potential with a good understanding of inclusion.
Has the passion and skills to lead a curriculum area.
Is proative and forward thinking and will help us to continue to progress with our vision.
Can work alongside others to learn, improve and share practice.
Will support our wider activities in school.
Builds strong relationships with colleagues, children, parents and governors.
Is nurturing, passionate, motivated and aspirational.
In return, we can offer:
A good school, in a beautiful village location.
Great children who are happy and enthusiastic to come to school and learn.
A highly committed, supportive and hard working team.
A welcoming, inclusive school with a caring environment.
A positive relationship with parents, our community and a supportive Governing Body.
A comprehensive, and supportive, induction process.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Networking with teachers across the Compass Collaboration.
A positive, respectful culture that values wellbeing and work/life balance.
Great links with Longleat!
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