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School Vision
‘In our Burntstump community, everyone, adults and children, knows that they are valued as God’s children. Their gifts are discovered, valued and nurtured so that all can flourish to live life in all its fullness.’ John 10:10
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a teacher to join our friendly and supportive team at Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy!
Are you an inspiring and reflective practitioner? Are you keen to develop the whole child to their full potential? Would you like to work in an idyllic, rural setting?
The Governors of Burntstump Seely wish to appoint a committed, passionate and hard-working full-time teacher to join their dedicated team from September 2024. We are looking for the right person to inspire and challenge our children that are keen to learn and love the opportunities that the committed staff provide them with.
We welcome applications from ECTs as well as more experienced teachers.
This post would suit someone who:
• Is a creative and enthusiastic teacher with excellent classroom practice
• Has a secure knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Has a good knowledge of child development and what helps all children learn
• Truly enjoys teaching and strives to be their best
• Has high expectations of themselves and of what the children can achieve
• Works as part of a wider team to raise levels of aspiration and achievement for all
• Inspires and motivates children, staff, parents/carers
• Shows a commitment to ensuring equality of opportunity for all learners
• Understands how to nurture and support all children
• Has good self-management, communication and organisation skills
• Is a proactive team player, who can use their initiative and who makes things happen
In return, we can offer you:
• A good school with a happy and welcoming working environment
• Polite, motivated and respectful children who are eager to learn
• A highly supportive team who share great ideas, celebrate successes and tackle challenges together
• A supportive governing body and leadership team
• A commitment to your professional development
At Burntstump Seely we endeavour to create a positive, inspirational and nurturing experience in an environment of mutual respect. This is embedded in our inclusive Christian community where we welcome families of all faiths or none. We are a small church school with a family feel and we are proud to know our children and families well. We ensure that everyone’s gifts are discovered, valued and nurtured so that all can flourish.
Burntstump Seely is truly unique. Yes, every school is unique but this one is very different: it is located in an idyllic setting in the Burntstump country park, surrounded by trees and countryside and benefitting from wonderful buildings. It is a beautiful setting for a primary education.
Burntstump Seely is a proud partner academy of SNMAT. Being part of this Trust is unlike working for others; they know quality when they see it and always look to retain excellence! Because they share our drive to provide the very best quality of education for our children, we are not bound by corporate colours or policies, meaning that your input could truly make a difference to our provision.
Visits to our academy are warmly welcomed.
Closing date: 12th June 12noon
Interviews will be held the week beginning 17th June 2024. Should we receive an unprecedented number of applications, we may close the deadline early.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and would expect anyone joining our school to share the same ethos. All candidates are subject to safer recruitment procedures. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.