EYFS/ KS1 Teacher

Required for 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026 
Full time teacher for a Mixed EYFS and Key Stage 1 
This post will be Fixed term initially, but may be extended depending on pupil numbers.

The governors at Selside Endowed CE Primary School wish to appoint a teacher for our EYFS/ KS1 class.

Selside CE Primary School is a fantastic small rural primary and nursery school nestled in the hills just north of Kendal. Our environment greatly contributes to our children’s sense of well- being and provides endless opportunities for learning. This has been recognised by Ofsted (March 2024) ‘Pupils are encouraged to be imaginative and creative in their learning. They surroundings and they are fascinated by the countryside’.

In our recent SIAMs inspection (October 2024). ‘A rich, bespoke curriculum has been skilfully crafted to embrace the school’s location’.

We have happy, well-behaved children who love coming to school and are keen to learn, along with a dedicated staff team.  Our creative curriculum also has a strong emphasis on basic skills and high achievement for all our pupils. Our Christian ethos and values permeate the way the children interact with each other and with adults within the school.

We are looking for:
-    An excellent teacher who has a thorough understanding of the Early Years        Framework, as well as the Year 1 and 2 Curriculum.
-    A secure understanding of assessment in the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key    Stage 1
-    The ability to creatively meet the needs of all the children in our mixed age class.
-    Excellent subject knowledge of early reading skills and mathematics.
-    The ability to work well as part of our team and willingness to play an active part in
              the life of the school.
-    The ability and commitment to create an outstanding learning environment for our          children.
-    Have high expectations, a sense of humour and follow our schools’ Christian values: thankfulness, friendship, respect and courage.

Visits to our school are strongly encouraged and welcomed. Please email head@selside.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange a suitable time. You are also welcome to telephone our Headteacher, June Lowther, to discuss the vacancy.

ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

If you are an ECT- you will have the required allocated release time, be supported by an experienced mentor and have a supportive team across the school to allow you to start your teaching journey feeling confident.

Further details and application forms can be obtained from the school office or downloaded from the school website: https://selside.cumbria.sch.uk/current-vacancy

Completed applications should be returned to school by post or emailed to head@selside.cumbria.sch.uk
Closing Date for Application- Wednesday 14th May 2025 at 12pm

Interviews will be held week commencing – Wednesday 21st May 2025

Selside Endowed CE School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks are required for the post as are excellent professional references.