Job Details

Job introduction

Paid weeks per year: 47.15 inclusive of holiday entitlement

Start date: September 2022

Downs Infants is a warm, open and nurturing school, which has a deep commitment to a child-centred and unique infant education.  We have a strong sense of community, which is inclusive of all, and teach our children to be kind and foster a love of learning.

About the role

We take a creative and innovative approach to education here, fostering an inquisitive and curious approach to the curriculum where we value the role of play for infant children.  By providing evidence-based and deliberately planned environments alongside a carefully sequenced curriculum we are able to give children opportunities to deepen and apply their knowledge and ensure access to a broad and balanced curriculum for all pupils.  A knowledge of both EYFS and Key Stage 1 is essential for this post because we use continuous provision alongside direct teaching throughout our school.

Further information can be obtained from the School Office or by e-mail annmitchell@downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Downs Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We are committed to promoting equality and challenging inequality and stereotypes and are on a journey to becoming an anti-racist school.

Closing date: Monday 13th June 

Interview date: Tuesday 21st June 

Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school address:

Ditchling Road, Brighton, BN1 6JA, annmitchell@downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

School Office: 01273 099854

Website: https://www.downsinf.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

Work Permits: This role does not meet the requirement for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Successful candidates will need to evidence that they have the Right to Work in the UK.

Company information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Files

• Application Form
• Job Description and Person Specification
• School Advert Copy