About the role
Promoting Resilience, Achieving Potential
At Highwood Primary, we believe in nurturing all our children to develop to the best of their abilities. We are proud to be part of each child's journey, assisting them to become knowledgeable, skilled, confident and responsible members of our local and wider community. We believe that children understand their obligation to make positive contributions to their families, friends and communities as well to general society as British citizens.
We are seeking a teacher who is passionate about equity for all children and is able to inspire and motivate learners. You will be supported by an experienced and friendly team.
We would recommend visits to our school so that candidates can see Highwood in action, the wonderful facilities, grounds that we have and meet the very supportive team.
More information about the school can be found on our website https://highwood.herts.sch.uk/
If you are a good or outstanding primary practitioner who has the highest expectations for yourself, our children and you are enthusiastic for improving their life chances, we want you to join our school.
We are looking for someone who:
- is committed to and enthusiastic about inclusion and has strategies to achieve this for all children;
- is an effective classroom practitioner;
- has excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines;
- is a good team player;
- is committed to continual professional development;
- will be committed to the school and will contribute to all aspects of school life.
Above all we are looking for a practitioner who is adaptable, creative and energetic, with a high level of integrity as well as the ability to build positive relationships at all levels and with a wide range of professionals.
In return we can offer:
- The opportunity to work in a friendly and diverse school community.
- An attractive working environment with excellent facilities.
- Well-resourced classrooms.
- A supportive, enthusiastic and forward thinking school team.
- Professional development opportunities.
Salary: MPS 1 - 6
Start date: September 2025
Contract type: Permanent
We reserve the right to close the advertisement early. Therefore, early applications are warmly welcomed. We are likely to offer early interviews for the right candidates. Early Career Teaching, ECT applicants will be supported through their Induction.
School visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged so please contact the school office on 01923 256210 to book a tour with a member of the SLT. We look forward to hearing from you.
Highwood Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks, social media checks and satisfactory references.
We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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