KS1 Class Teacher

Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scales: M1 - UPS3 Contract: Part time (0.4), permanent. Thursday and Friday each week. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 Teacher for a permanent 0.4 (two-day) position within our small, welcoming community school. Our school is one where children are known and valued as individuals, relationships sit at the heart of everything we do, and staff work closely together to provide a nurturing and high-quality learning experience for every pupil. This role is suitable for both experienced teachers and those earlier in their career who are passionate about inspiring young learners and delivering engaging, inclusive teaching. You will join a supportive and collaborative team who are proud of their school and committed to continuous improvement. This is a wonderful opportunity to secure a permanent role offering work‑life balance within a caring school community and a Trust that values professional development and teamwork. We are looking for an outstanding individual who Has a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives Is passionate about providing a caring, nurturing environment, sympathetic to our Christian values Is or has the potential to be an excellent classroom practitioner. Has an interest in the curriculum including keen to lead subject area(s). Is able to inspire and motivate our learners. Has high expectations and a drive to enable pupils to be the best that they can be. Is able to promote high standards of behaviour. Has the desire to grow, learn and lead. Has a positive and optimistic approach; are proactive and confident Uses resources, intellect, creativity, and innovation to be successful Be committed to partnership, collaboration and sharing We can provide you: A wonderful location and school to begin or develop your education career Values and experience of high-quality education The chance to make a difference and contribute to the school’s further improvement Support, training, and leadership development The opportunity to work within SAST, a forward-thinking and growing multi-academy trust Our values and ethos focus on developing a love of learning, high achievement both personally and academically which comes from the tremendous work of all our staff and the great achievements of our children. We would strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school before applying. The best way to understand our school is to see it in action, meet our staff and pupils, and experience the positive atmosphere for yourself. We are offering visits on Tuesday 5th May and would welcome prospective applicants on this date. Please contact the School Office at office@bucklandnewton.dorset.sch.uk or 01300 345393 to make arrangements. For more information about our school, please click here To find out more about the benefits of working for SAST, click here SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with