Class Teacher Year 5

The Role

Do you want to work in a vibrant, multicultural school? 

Look no further if you are committed, enthusiastic and want to make a difference in children’s lives. Castle Academy have a vacancy for an experienced class teacher in Year 5 This post would suit an experienced primary teacher who can engage our children so that each child can reach their full potential. Castle Academy can offer you an exclusive, happy, secure environment with a welcoming atmosphere, the opportunity to thrive and develop to really make a difference.

We have happy, welcoming children who are keen to learn. We have a friendly, supportive and dedicated team and a rich vibrant curriculum and excellent facilities. Castle Academy is a town centre school with pupil progress and achievement for all at the heart of its vision. As part of the East Midlands Academy Trust we can provide a network of professional colleagues who are supportive, friendly and experienced. We offer a proactive, forward thinking and exciting journey where everyone deserves to be the best they can be.

Castle Academy is a vibrant, multi-cultural school in the heart of Northampton. It offers excellent learning and enrichment opportunities for pupils aged 4 to 11.

We currently have over 400 pupils on roll. The pupils relish their learning and are proud of their school and their achievements. Our staff team is committed to supporting and developing the welfare and growth of both pupils and colleagues. successful candidate will be committed to our values and encourage our hard-working pupils to achieve and behave at the very highest levels, preparing them for transition into secondary school and beyond. We were recently accredited with a Good Ofsted report and would love you to join us in our journey to Outstanding.

We are part of the East Midlands Academy Trust (EMAT) which provides effective support for staff and pupils. EMAT was incorporated in July 2012 for the purpose of establishing, maintaining, managing and developing academies and free schools as world class centres of excellence. EMAT’s vision is that every child deserves to be the best they can be with schools that are centres of excellence for leadership, teaching and learning and where pupils are safe and engaged in their learning. Castle Academy continues to make an important contribution to the Trust.

By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.

These include:

·        Continuous professional development and training opportunities

·        Dedicated support from our school improvement team

·        Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools

·        A Trust employee forum with representatives from across the organisation

·        A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

·        Childcare vouchers scheme

·        A corporate eye care plan

·        Flu jabs for all staff

·        Cycle to work scheme

·        Headspace

For more information please contact Lorna Stockwell on 07500 559281 or email recruitment@emat.uk

COVID-19 considerations:

We have a comprehensive COVID-19 risk assessment for all on-site working to ensure the health and safety of staff and pupils.

A Note for Recruitment Agencies

We have a team of internal recruiters and we advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance then we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

EMAT reserve the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found.

EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

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