The Governors wish to appoint a class teacher for a fixed term to cover maternity leave for September 2026 to Cradley CE Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher: Fixed term contract due to maternity leave Teachers Pay Scale (£32,916 – £51,048) Fixed term contract end date: 31st August 2027 ‘Believe, belong, be happy; every child, every chance, every day’ is our theologically-rooted Christian vision which sits at the heart of this unique school. Pupils, staff and parents are proud to be part of the ‘Cradley family’. Cradley CE Primary School is a happy and successful one form entry school. Driven by our vision and our 8 core values, our staff team work tirelessly to ensure that every child receives the best possible education every day. The successful candidate will be: An evidence-based outstanding classroom practitioner Proactive in taking responsibility for own professional development and growth Committed to living out our vision for our children, staff and families Dedicated to providing high quality learning experiences for every child, every day Able to contribute to the life of the school and its community We can offer: Respectful and enthusiastic pupils who love learning A team of experienced and passionate colleagues A supportive and committed governing body A nurturing school with a commitment to safeguarding An ethos which places positive, caring relationships at the centre of all we do Visits to the school by prior arrangement are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school business manager Mrs F Parkes on 01384 818230 or email info@cradley-p.dudley.sch.uk For an informal chat, please call Headteacher Mrs Claire Warford Closing date: 11th May at 4pm Shortlisting: 12th May Interviews: 19th May Cradley CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Person specification Job description