Year 6 Class Teacher - Waltham Forest Primary

3rd November start
Part Time
Posted 21 days ago
Expiring 19th December
Waltham Forest, London
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An incredible Primary School in Waltham Forest is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Year 6 Teacher to join after half-term until the Christmas break. The successful candidate will work within a supportive team, delivering engaging and inclusive education to our Year 6 pupils. The position is for Thursdays and Fridays only!!! Starting after the half-term break and continuing until Christmas, providing a flexible yet impactful teaching experience. Key Responsibilities: - Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in accordance with the national curriculum, ensuring that all pupils are supported to reach their full potential. - Implement personalised support strategies for individual pupils, including those with additional needs, to promote inclusive learning environments that reflect the school’s values of respect and equity. - Assess and monitor pupils’ progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching approaches accordingly. - Maintain a positive, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that encourages independence, resilience, and a love of learning. - Collaborate with colleagues, including teaching assistants and support staff, to deliver cohesive and effective lesson plans that align with the school’s ethos of holistic development. - Engage with parents and carers as appropriate, providing updates on pupil progress and behaviour in a professional manner consistent with the school’s emphasis on community involvement. - Uphold school policies and procedures related to behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing, ensuring a secure and respectful environment for all pupils.
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We are a vibrant community school. We want children to be happy, confident, life-long learners and to believe that: We are at the heart of our community We love being creative with our learning We challenge ourselves – there are no limits to what we can achieve School policy is that you must not use your phone during class time or in front of the children - this is a safeguarding concern. Please ensure your phone is stored in your bag through the day.

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    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming primary school community in Enfield. This role plays a vital part in supporting the school's mission to nurture confident, compassionate learners through a personalised and inclusive approach to education. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to enhance the learning experience, ensuring every child’s individual needs are met with care and professionalism. This is a part-time position, with daily hours from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm in our nursery provision, starting as soon as possible and ongoing throughout the academic year. Key Responsibilities: - Support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality, personalised learning experiences that align with the school’s values of inclusivity, respect, and aspiration. - Assist with the supervision and care of children during nursery activities, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment conducive to learning and development. - Provide 1:1 support to children with additional needs, implementing personalised strategies to promote their engagement and progress. - Prepare and organise resources and learning materials to facilitate effective teaching and learning within the nursery setting. - Observe and monitor children’s development, reporting any concerns or progress to the class teacher in line with school policies. - Promote positive behaviour and social interaction among pupils, fostering a respectful and supportive classroom atmosphere. - Contribute to a collaborative team environment, participating in staff meetings and school events as required. - Uphold the school’s ethos of fostering a caring, inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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    Posted 6 days ago
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I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

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