The Heights Primary School

The Heights Primary is an outstanding school in the Caversham Heights community which opened in September 2014. It currently has 224 pupils from Reception to Year 4.

We are now recruiting for:

Inspirational Year 3
Class Teacher

for Maternity Cover

Full time; Required from January 2018 for a minimum of 2 terms.

Candidates need to be:

• Creative, nurturing and motivational.
• Exceptional classroom practitioners who put the children at the heart of everything they do.
• Adaptable and excited by the challenges of a rapidly growing new school.
• Positive with a ‘can do’ attitude. Always ready for a challenge.

We can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to join a strong, caring and committed team of staff in a new and growing school.
• Happy pupils who are enthusiastic learners.
• Extremely engaged and supportive parents.
• An energetic and motivational leadership team who will support your career development.

Please visit the vacancies section of our website for full details and an application form. We strongly recommend a visit to the school.

Closing date for applications: 10am – Monday 2nd October 2017
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview during the week commencing 9th October 2017.

The Heights is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Headteacher: Mrs Karen Edwards
Address: 82 Gosbrook Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8BH
Phone number: 0118 357 0123
E-mail: recruitment@theheightsprimary.co.uk
Website: www.theheightsprimary.co.uk

The Ridgeway Primary

Inspire, Motivate & Challenge

Hillbrow, Reading, Berkshire RG2 8JD
Tel: 0118 937 5530
Acting Headteacher: Ms J Steele • NOR 350
www.theridgewayprimary.net

KS1 Leader

Main Pay Scale with TLR • Permanent
Required for January 2018

The Ridgeway is a nurturing and friendly school situated within a diverse community in South Reading, with enthusiastic, happy pupils who enjoy learning and a committed and highly motivated team.

Following our recent expansion to three-form entry we are looking for an outstanding KS1 teacher who will lead, support and challenge our KS1 team to ensure all our pupils achieve their potential.

To support this position and to secure excellent outcomes for pupils, we can offer ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced professionals both within school and across the Whitley Excellence Cluster.

You will:

• Have experience of delivering outstanding teaching and learning opportunities across KS1
• Have a thorough understanding of statutory assessment procedures in KS1
• Consistently demonstrate high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and of their academic achievement
• Be able to support and challenge a team of professionals who are committed to the ongoing development of the whole child
• Be self-motivated, creative and empathetic
• Be committed to the inclusion of all children and their families.

Visits to the school are welcomed.

To obtain an application pack or arrange a visit, please contact Sue Ambrose, the School Secretary, by emailing admin@theridgeway.reading.sch.uk

Closing date: Friday 29 September 2017
Interview date: Tuesday 10 October 2017

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

New Christ Church CE (VA) Primary School

Milman Road, Reading. RG2 0AY
Tel : 0118 937 5437
Email: admin@newchristchurch.reading.sch.uk
Head teacher : Mrs Cathy Doberska

EYFS Teacher

Main Pay Scale • Full time
Required from January 2018 (an earlier start could be negotiated, if available)

“We aim to provide a nurturing environment, based on Christian values,
where all individuals are treated with fairness, respect and equality.”

We are a one form entry Church of England School just south of Reading town centre. 2018 will be our 150th anniversary year and we have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Specialist to join our friendly and supportive team from January.

If you are passionate about giving the youngest children the very best start to their school life, we would love to show you around. Please call or email to arrange a visit.

We can offer you…

• the chance to learn and grow professionally in a supportive community
• a happy, diverse and vibrant community that welcomes those of all faiths and none
• a school that is passionate about creativity and enjoyment in learning
• children who love coming to school and are keen to learn.

You should be:

• a qualified teacher (NQTs welcome to apply)
• a life-long learner and a team player
• an enthusiastic, inspirational and innovative teacher
• committed to helping every child to succeed
• keen to share in and support our distinctive and inclusive ethos.

You should have:

• high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour
• a track record of good or better teaching
• a sense of fun.

Please visit the school website: www.newchristchurch.reading.sch.uk

Application forms and details are available from the school website or by emailing the School at head@newchristchurch.reading.sch.uk or telephoning 0118 937 5437. Forms can also be downloaded from the Reading Borough Council website. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Friday 29 September 2017

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service will be sought for the successful candidate