Teacher

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Fixed Term Class Teacher

AMBLECOTE PRIMARY SCHOOL

**September 2026**

The Governors wish to appoint a class teacher for September 2026 to Amblecote Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher and the position will be based in Key Stage 1 or  Lower Key Stage 2.

Salary:Teacher Main Pay Scale

Fixed term contract end date: 31st August 2027

Amblecote Primary School is a warm and friendly school. Our pupils are happy children who are keen to learn and we ensure high expectations to inspire them to make excellent progress. The governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and outstanding class teacher to join our amazing team! We are looking for someone who:

• Able to effectively plan, prepare and teach sequences of learning
• has high expectations for all pupils
• Innovative, dynamic and able to challenge and inspire our children
• is willing to contribute to the life of the school and its community
• is keen to work as part of a team
• is willing to share good practice
• is committed to helping every child learn and able to provide tailored provision for their individual needs

 At Amblecote, we can offer you:

• Kind, caring, enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils, who display a love learning
• A friendly, nurturing and caring whole school community
• A highly dedicated, supportive and experienced team to support you

The successful applicant will join an exceptionally hardworking team. They will have very high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour. The successful applicant will have a genuine enthusiasm for whole school life. Please state on your application form your curricular interests, strengths and experiences.

We warmly welcome and encourage visits, please contact the school office on [contact hidden] or email [contact hidden]

Tours available:Tuesday 21st April 16:00, Friday 24th April 14:15, Monday 27th April 13:30

Closing date: Wednesday 29th April  at 4pm.

Shortlisting:30th April

Teaching Observation at Amblecote 5th or 6th May

Interviews w/c 11th May tbc

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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About Dudley Council

It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve.

At Dudley Council we have a ‘one council’ ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities.

We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of ‘Forge a Future for all’ www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk

We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities.  We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves.

In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:

• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents

We want to leave a legacy of a better future for the borough that reflects Dudley borough’s potential and harnesses the ambitions of the people we serve. For more information see our Council Plan www.dudley.gov.uk/council-community/plan-policies-and-strategies/council-plan, Dudley Borough Vision for 2030, Forging a Future for All www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk and key information about the borough and its communities at All about Dudley Borough www.allaboutdudley.info