Job Description

About the Role

Class Teacher - ECTs Welcome to Apply



Main Pay Scale We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed class teacher to join our team at Parklands Community Primary School starting in January.



If you are motivated to make a real difference and want to be part of a team that places the happiness and achievement of children at its heart, then Parklands is the place for you!

We can offer you:

A warm and welcoming school community. A supportive senior leadership team with a clear vision for the future; A dedicated and friendly staffing; A calm and purposeful environment, where children behave very well. A 'Good' School - Ofsted November 2023; Amazing children who are keen to learn and achieve; A strong commitment to your professional development with a supportive induction programme and mentor; Positive partnerships with our families and the wider community.

The successful candidate will:

Have high expectations and aspirations for all of our children. Put our children, their wellbeing and learning first; Be a good or outstanding teacher. Plan and deliver high quality learning experiences so children make excellent progress. Work as part of the whole school team to provide the best learning experiences. Have excellent organisational and communication skills. Have excellent behaviour management strategies. Be able to work as part of a team. Be committed to the school and will contribute to all aspects of school life.

Job Details

Salary:

Mainscale

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full time

Location:

Chichester

Interviews:

Wednesday 15th December



We welcome, and would strongly encourage, visits from prospective candidates - please contact the school office to make an appointment you can email us at

office@parklands.school

or phone us on

01243 788630

Completed applications should be sent to

sbm@parklands.school

Closing Date:

Monday 1st December 2025

Shortlisting:

Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Interviews:

Friday 5th December 2025



Parklands Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. Please note we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any time.

What You Need to Succeed

Main purpose

The Teacher will:


Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teacher's Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD) Meet the expectations set out in the Teacher's Standards Fulfil duties reasonably directed by the Headteacher

N.B. The duties listed below are not an exhaustive list of requirements.

Key responsibilities

Teaching:

Be responsible for the quality of the teaching and learning of all pupils who are assigned to the post holder Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school's plans and curriculum Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for examinations.

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development:

Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school's policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school's values and vision Make a positive contribution to the school's vision and values Work with others on curriculum and/or pupil development to secure coordinated outcomes.

Health and Safety:

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, confidentiality, security, data protection; and report all concerns to an appropriate person Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals:

Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues.

Management of staff and resources:

Direct, supervise and provide support to support staff assigned to them and, where appropriate, other teachers Contribute to the recruitment, selection, appointment and professional development of other teachers and support staff Monitor quality and standards of resources delegated to them.

Professional development:

Take part in the school's appraisal procedures Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching and overall performance Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others.

Communication:

Communicate effectively with pupils, parents/carers, colleagues, wider school community and governors.

Further Information

ParklandsSchool and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).



Once complete please return this to

sbm@parklands.school

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01243 788630

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The reference number for this role is SCHO01463.



Job Reference: SCHO01463