Full-time Teacher : KS2

About the role

Downfield Primary School, Cheshunt

Full-time Teacher: KS 2 teacher

Pay Spine: MPS / UPS according to experience

Start date: September 3rd 2025                                  Applications Close: Thursday 15th May 2025

Date of Interview: Wednesday 21st May 2025

Downfield Primary offers an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dynamic staff. Downfield is an established 2 form entry primary school in Cheshunt which was recently recognised by Ofsted as GOOD in all areas. The school’s rich diversity of pupils from different backgrounds has created a strong ethos of community where equality of opportunity and inclusion underpin our work.  Staff are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for the children and the school has established a personalised curriculum to meet their learning needs.

We are looking for a creative and energetic teacher who will take responsibility for a KS2 class and who has high expectations for all pupils and SEND.  The successful candidate will be a motivated team player with a desire to support us in continuing to provide excellent provision for our pupils. There is an opportunity for subject leadership. A strong commitment to raising standards is essential.

We are looking for someone who:-

• Is an outstanding role model for teaching and learning
• Values the importance of teamwork and possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Is committed and hardworking
• Is happy, enthusiastic and has a sense of humour
• Has a commitment to whole school improvement and the school community
• Is able to motivate, inspire and support staff
• Is sensitive to the needs of the children

We can offer:-

• A friendly, supportive and dedicated school community
• Well behaved and motivated pupils
• Full time TA support
• Dedicated Wellbeing Hub
• A commitment to supporting your further professional development
• A vibrant learning environment which is excellently resourced
• A thriving, popular school which is close to the Sailing Base and Lea Valley
• Outstanding IT facilities
• Fantastic school grounds with play areas, forest school, trim-trail, pond and wildlife area

Downfield Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to online checks and references. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosures and Barring Service Check), medical, safer recruitment checks. The school reserves the right close this advert early and appoint should the right candidate be found.

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.