Required from 19^th February 2024

Temporary EYFS Lead/Class Teacher, Maternity Cover

Grade: Upper Pay Scale, Salary £40,625 (currently)

Term: Full Time: Temporary.

 Required: From 19^th February 2024 to the return of the post holder (estimated February 2025)

 Number on Roll: 131 + 10 Pre-school                                 Age Range: 3-11 years

The Governors of this popular Church of England Aided Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative practitioner to inspire our children. 

 We are looking for candidates who: 

·        are excellent, experienced classroom practitioners with high expectations 

·        have the ability to secure pupil progress through outstanding teaching and excellent subject knowledge 

·        have a creative approach and original ideas 

·        enjoy leading and working as part of a team

·        want to develop their skills as teachers to a high standard 

·        will be strongly supportive of the school’s Christian ethos 

·        will support and enhance the vision of the school 

·        are willing to take subject leadership responsibility

·        are able to offer an extra-curricular club/activity;

·        are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children.

We offer: 

·        a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team 

·        well motivated, caring children with supportive families

·        opportunities to develop management skills and support for your continuous professional development

·        staff, parents and governors who take pride in the school and are committed to continued improvement

Essential qualifications

·        Qualified Teacher Status

·        Degree or equivalent

·        Experience of teaching EYFS

·        Please note, this post is not suitable for ECTs.

     To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted together with a letter, which must be a maximum of two A4 sides in length.

·        Your letter should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R. H. Elleray.

·        Further information about our school is available online at www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk  

Important Dates:

Closing date: Tuesday 31^st October (midday)

Shortlisting: Thursday 2^nd November 2023

Lesson observations: Thursday 9^th November 2023

Interviews: Friday 10^th November 2023

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education 2023, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.

Required from 8^th January 2024

Teaching Assistant Level 3 (Grade 6)

The Governors of this popular Church of England Aided Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our dedicated team.

Number on Roll: 131 + 11 Pre-School                                    Age Range: 3-11 years

Salary: £24,054 (pro rata) Temporary Maternity Cover for 2 terms, (8/1/2024-19/7/24) 32.5 hours per week

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.    

Essential Qualifications:   NVQ Level 3 or above (equivalent) 

                      GCSE Maths & English A-C or equivalent

   Desirable Qualifications: Paediatric 1st Aid

                 Evidence of further professional development. 

We are looking for a candidate who: 

·        has knowledge provision across the Primary Phase including recent experience of Early Years Foundation Stage

·        can cover classes across the primary phase for teacher PPA time

·        would be willing to work additional hours to provide cover for before and/or after school club.

·        will work closely with class teachers to deliver high quality learning experiences and group intervention sessions

·        has good ICT Skills

·        has the ability to observe and assess children's development

·        has a creative approach and original ideas 

·        wants to develop their skills to a high standard 

·        is strongly supportive of the School’s Christian ethos 

·        will support and enhance the vision of the school 

We offer: 

·                a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team 

·                well-motivated, caring children with supportive parents 

·                support for your continuous professional development

·              staff, parents and governors who take pride in the school and are committed to continued improvement

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post

will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.

     To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted. (Available below or through school by request)

·        Your application should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R.H. Elleray.

·        Further information about our school is available online at www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk 

Closing date: Monday 13^th November 2023 (midday)

Shortlisting: Tuesday 14^th November 2023

    Proposed Interview Date: Monday 20^th November 2023

Vacancies – Temporary Welfare Assistants Urgently Required

Would you like to join our award winning lunchtime team? 

We are looking to recruit 2 Welfare Assistants to join our lunchtime team, Monday to Friday:

Position 1 - 11:30am to 1:30pm (2 hours per day)

Position 2 – 12noon-1pm (1 hour per day)

The successful candidate will be required to set up and clear the dining hall at lunchtime, supervise children during meal times and in the playground, encourage positive behaviour and help children to organise playground games.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of this friendly team which is such an important part of the school. We are looking for an individual with energy and enthusiasm for outdoor activities who will be an inspiration to young pupils.

Experience of working with children is preferred but not essential.

You must be able to demonstrate the following personal qualities and attributes:

-         to be well organised

-         to show a high level of care and understanding to the children

-         be able to show initiative and flexibility

-         to have and display a full awareness of confidentiality.

CV’s are not acceptable. To apply for this role please complete the application form available on our school website: https://www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk/our-school/staff-vacancies or via our school office 01704 821300 and return to Mrs R Elleray, Headteacher, Rufford C.E. Primary School, Flash Lane, Rufford, L40 1SN.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted. (see documents below)

·        Your application should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R.H. Elleray. Please telephone school if you require any further information, 01704 821300.

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Required from 19^th February 2024

Temporary EYFS Lead/Class Teacher, Maternity Cover

Grade: Upper Pay Scale, Salary £40,625 (currently)

Term: Full Time: Temporary.

 Required: From 19^th February 2024 to the return of the post holder (estimated February 2025)

 Number on Roll: 131 + 10 Pre-school                                 Age Range: 3-11 years

The Governors of this popular Church of England Aided Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative practitioner to inspire our children. 

 We are looking for candidates who: 

·        are excellent, experienced classroom practitioners with high expectations 

·        have the ability to secure pupil progress through outstanding teaching and excellent subject knowledge 

·        have a creative approach and original ideas 

·        enjoy leading and working as part of a team

·        want to develop their skills as teachers to a high standard 

·        will be strongly supportive of the school’s Christian ethos 

·        will support and enhance the vision of the school 

·        are willing to take subject leadership responsibility

·        are able to offer an extra-curricular club/activity;

·        are responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children.

We offer: 

·        a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team 

·        well motivated, caring children with supportive families

·        opportunities to develop management skills and support for your continuous professional development

·        staff, parents and governors who take pride in the school and are committed to continued improvement

Essential qualifications

·        Qualified Teacher Status

·        Degree or equivalent

·        Experience of teaching EYFS

·        Please note, this post is not suitable for ECTs.

     To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted together with a letter, which must be a maximum of two A4 sides in length.

·        Your letter should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R. H. Elleray.

·        Further information about our school is available online at www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk  

Important Dates:

Closing date: Tuesday 31^st October (midday)

Shortlisting: Thursday 2^nd November 2023

Lesson observations: Thursday 9^th November 2023

Interviews: Friday 10^th November 2023

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education 2023, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.

Required from 8^th January 2024

Teaching Assistant Level 3 (Grade 6)

The Governors of this popular Church of England Aided Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our dedicated team.

Number on Roll: 131 + 11 Pre-School                                    Age Range: 3-11 years

Salary: £24,054 (pro rata) Temporary Maternity Cover for 2 terms, (8/1/2024-19/7/24) 32.5 hours per week

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.    

Essential Qualifications:   NVQ Level 3 or above (equivalent) 

                      GCSE Maths & English A-C or equivalent

   Desirable Qualifications: Paediatric 1st Aid

                 Evidence of further professional development. 

We are looking for a candidate who: 

·        has knowledge provision across the Primary Phase including recent experience of Early Years Foundation Stage

·        can cover classes across the primary phase for teacher PPA time

·        would be willing to work additional hours to provide cover for before and/or after school club.

·        will work closely with class teachers to deliver high quality learning experiences and group intervention sessions

·        has good ICT Skills

·        has the ability to observe and assess children's development

·        has a creative approach and original ideas 

·        wants to develop their skills to a high standard 

·        is strongly supportive of the School’s Christian ethos 

·        will support and enhance the vision of the school 

We offer: 

·                a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team 

·                well-motivated, caring children with supportive parents 

·                support for your continuous professional development

·              staff, parents and governors who take pride in the school and are committed to continued improvement

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post

will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.

     To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted. (Available below or through school by request)

·        Your application should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R.H. Elleray.

·        Further information about our school is available online at www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk 

Closing date: Monday 13^th November 2023 (midday)

Shortlisting: Tuesday 14^th November 2023

    Proposed Interview Date: Monday 20^th November 2023

Vacancies – Temporary Welfare Assistants Urgently Required

Would you like to join our award winning lunchtime team? 

We are looking to recruit 2 Welfare Assistants to join our lunchtime team, Monday to Friday:

Position 1 - 11:30am to 1:30pm (2 hours per day)

Position 2 – 12noon-1pm (1 hour per day)

The successful candidate will be required to set up and clear the dining hall at lunchtime, supervise children during meal times and in the playground, encourage positive behaviour and help children to organise playground games.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of this friendly team which is such an important part of the school. We are looking for an individual with energy and enthusiasm for outdoor activities who will be an inspiration to young pupils.

Experience of working with children is preferred but not essential.

You must be able to demonstrate the following personal qualities and attributes:

-         to be well organised

-         to show a high level of care and understanding to the children

-         be able to show initiative and flexibility

-         to have and display a full awareness of confidentiality.

CV’s are not acceptable. To apply for this role please complete the application form available on our school website: https://www.rufford.lancs.sch.uk/our-school/staff-vacancies or via our school office 01704 821300 and return to Mrs R Elleray, Headteacher, Rufford C.E. Primary School, Flash Lane, Rufford, L40 1SN.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

To apply:

·        The diocesan application form should be submitted. (see documents below)

·        Your application should address the Person Specification criteria clearly and appropriately, (a CV will not be accepted). 

·        Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs R.H. Elleray. Please telephone school if you require any further information, 01704 821300.

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