Garboldisham C of E Primary Academy, part of the Beacon Federation and St. Benet’s Multi Academy Trust, is seeking to employ an outstanding, highly motivated Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our team. We are a friendly school situated in the South Norfolk, near Diss in the village of Garboldisham.

This job will be suitable for main scale teachers and ECTs

We are looking for someone who:

• puts the well-being, happiness and progress of our children first
• has the highest expectations of all the pupils and themselves
• has a positive outlook and enables children to believe they can achieve
• is inspirational and enthusiastic
• enjoys working collaboratively and being part of an outstanding team
• is flexible and willing to contribute to all aspects of academy life
• has a good sense of humour

In return we can offer:

• a friendly, welcoming, enthusiastic and committed staff team
• fantastic, well-behaved children who are keen to learn
• commitment to CPD and professional development
• the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment both within the academy and Federation and also as part of the St Benet’s family of schools.
• a happy and positive working environment
• A commitment to staff well- being
• Staff with a great sense of humour

Visits to the school welcomed Please phone the school to make an appointment. 01379 740080

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought, as well as proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Required for September 2023

Culture and ethos:

• Proactively promote and demonstrate the Diocese’s vision and values in all aspects of work
• Challenge, motivate and empower others to set high aspirations and attain ambitious outcomes
• Treat everyone as a valued individual who is loved by God
• Promote and demonstrate a culture of continuous improvement which includes keeping abreast of educational developments and best management practice
• Work collaboratively developing the concept of family across the Trusts and their academies
• Ensure regular open and honest communication in all professional duties
• Recognise the importance of serving the wider community and promoting inclusivity.
• Undertake such other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this job specification are indicative and may vary over time.  Postholders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the post and the grade has been established on this basis.

Safeguarding

The safety and well-being of children is central to our ethos, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide references and undertake the Independent Safeguarding Authority checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and child protection practices of the Trust.

Equalities

The Diocese of Norwich St Benet’s Multi Academy Trust (St Benet’s MAT) has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in its academies and in the employment of people. The post holder will ensure that the St Benet’s MAT meets its statutory obligations in relation to all aspects of equalities legislation. This post involves regular travel around the Diocese and maybe some evening and weekend work. This job description is not an exhaustive document. It reflects the duties and responsibilities applicable at the time of issue. Details and emphasis are subject to amendment and revision in the light of the changing needs of St Benet’s MAT.