Etching Hill CE Primary Academy Class Teacher 32 hours per week Grade MS1-4 (ECT’s welcome) Starting September 2026 (fixed term for 1 year) Etching Hill Academy is a happy, welcoming, Church of England school on the edge of Cannock Chase, part of the Future Generation Trust. At Etching Hill the happiness and success of all children and staff is at the core of all that we do. We firmly believe that this is the foundation of any successful school. This forms our ethos which can be felt as soon as you enter our vibrant, ambitious school. Future Generation Trust is a growing Trust of primary phase academies in Staffordshire. FGT aims to create a strong positive culture in all of its academies in which valuable life skills will be delivered. Quality teaching, built upon a foundation of care and support will lead to high levels of attainment, achievement and confidence, self-esteem and a love of learning. The Governing Board at Etching Hill are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated and skilled teacher to join our teaching team from September 2025. Our fantastically well-behaved children have a love of learning and deserve the best. If you think that this describes you, then we would love to hear from you. We can offer a supportive and inspirational team to work with. We have a proven track record in developing the career aspirations of our staff through coaching and professional development both within our academy and across our Trust. Applications from ECTs are welcome, we are proud of our supportive ECT ethos. By becoming part of our team, we can offer you: · Motivated, enthusiastic children who love learning. · High standards of behaviour both inside and outside of classrooms. · Supportive parents and governors · Access to high quality CPD, including research based coaching model. · A welcoming, caring & dedicated staff team where you are valued and can thrive · Dedicated, structured PPA time We need teachers who: · Are positive, happy role models · Are passionate about children's learning and highly motivated practitioners · Have the ability to create an inspiring and stimulating learning environment in which children thrive · Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour · Are enthusiastic in promoting the values and ethos of our academies and able to take a full and active part in all aspects of our school life · Value team work and work well with others It is strongly recommended that potential candidates arrange a visit to the academy. Appointments can be made by calling our office on 01889 221864. Applications should be emailed to Mr Ben Lillie @ blillie@etchinghillprimary.academy. Please ensure all application forms are signed. Closing date: 16 th April 2026 @ 12.00 noon Candidates selected for interview will be notified shortly after the closing date. Interviews: 20th April 2026 Etching Hill CE Primary Academy Penk Drive North, Etching Hill, Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 2XY Job Description – Teacher REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Responsible to: Headteacher MISSION STATEMENT This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES/FUNCTIONS OF SERVICE AREA This job description should be read alongside the range of professional duties of teachers as set out in Part X11 of the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, sections 48-50. The post holder will be expected to undertake duties in line with the professional standards for qualified teachers and uphold the professional code of the General Teaching Council for England. The job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and member of staff and will be reviewed annually. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND KEY TASKS Teaching and Managing Pupil Learning • Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, momentum and challenge are maintained and best use is made of teaching time • Use teaching methods which keep pupils engaged, including stimulating pupils’ intellectual curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear presentation and good use of resources • Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships • Provide an attractive, well-ordered and stimulating environment in which children can learn • Ensure that there is a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed • Select and make effective use of textbooks, strategies, ICT and other learning resources which enable objectives to be met Planning and Setting Expectations/Pupil Achievement • Identify clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures and sequences appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils being taught • Set appropriate and demanding expectations for pupils’ learning and motivation • Set clear targets for pupils’ learning, building on prior attainment Identify pupils who have special educational needs and know where to get help in order to give positive and targeted support • Implement and keep records on Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Assessment and Evaluation • Implement and embed Assessment for Learning principles in daily practice • Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use this assessment for future teaching. Use individual pupil tracking systems to monitor progress • Mark and monitor pupils’ class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback, setting targets for pupils’ progress • Understand the demands on pupils in relation to the National Curriculum Relationships with Parents and the Wider Community • Prepare and present informative verbal reports to parents • Prepare and present informative written reports to parents on an annual basis • Provide opportunities to develop pupils’ understanding by relating their learning to real and work-related examples, recognising that learning takes place outside the school context • Liaise with agencies responsible for pupils’ welfare • Liaise effectively with parents and governors Manage Own Performance and Developmen t • Set a good example through presentation and personal/professional conduct • Take responsibility for own professional development and keep up to date with research and developments in pedagogy • Share corporate responsibility for the implementation of school policies and practices • Evaluate own teaching critically and use this to improve effectiveness • Take on any additional responsibilities which may from time to time be determined • Maintain the ethos of our Church of England School by encouraging good discipline, respect within the classroom and throughout the school • Contribute to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings and management systems Managing Staff and Other Adults • Establish effective working relationships with professional colleagues • Manage and guide classroom assistants and volunteer helpers within the class and school setting Support to School (this list is not exhaustive and should reflect the ethos of the school) • Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with. • Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. • Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all. • Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school. Appreciate and support the role of other professionals. • Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required. • Participate in training & other learning activities and performance development as required. Person Specification: E= Essential, D= Desired, AF – Assessed by application form, I= Assessed during interview Safer Recruitment in Education information for applicants. Safeguarding All vacancies are subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application. It is an offence to apply for any role with Future Generation Trust if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Right to Work in the UK The Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, make employers responsible for evidencing that all employees have proven their right to work in the United Kingdom. To evidence your right to work in the UK, you will need to provide appropriate documentation prior to recruitment using a right to work checklist. Fitness for Work (Medical Clearance) and DBS Checks All posts are subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. References Full details of the references which will be required can be found within the Future Generation Trust application form. Equal Opportunities The academy aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome applications from diverse candidates. Criminal convictions, cautions and bind-overs will be taken into account for recruitment purpose, only when relevant.