Class Teacher

Worcester
9 months ago
Applications closed

Class Teacher

  • Are you exploring the exciting world of supply and want to be represented by a reputable and established agency?

  • Would you like the opportunity to explore teaching across the primary age range in a variety of first, primary and middle schools?

  • Are you an ECT seeking expert support with your career plans? Would you like to utilise your time to gain invaluable experience before securing a permanent post?

  • Is your current agency offering you sufficient work in Worcestershire schools or maybe only offering you bookings in the same one or two schools?

    Increase your options for local EYFS, KS1 and KS2 teaching work with Academics, WORCESTERSHIRE'S LEADING SUPPLY TEACHING AGENCY. We specialise in local schools for local teachers!

    You explain what you are looking for and your experienced personal consultant will listen and dedicate time to get to know and support you, matching your preferences with our partner schools.

    Whether you are available this term or preparing for September, we can help you with:

  • Flexible/ consistent daily supply (no planning)

  • Short term block bookings (no planning)

  • Long term, contracted and temp to perm positions (full class teaching responsibilities)

  • Full or part time

    We cover it all!

    Established in Worcester over 17 years ago, we have forged strong relationships with academies, maintained and independent schools across our wonderful county. Academics Worcester are the preferred education agency for schools in and around: Worcester, Droitwich, Bromsgrove, Redditch, Studley, Evesham, Pershore, Malvern, Kidderminster and Wyre Forest.

    The demand for supply cover is unprecedented...let us introduce you to the schools we work in close partnership with, where you can showcase your skills and share your enthusiasm and passion for teaching and learning to inspire their children.

    As a Class Teacher (with UK QTS) you will:

    'Bring learning to life' by delivering enjoyable and creative lessons that engage learning and spark curiosity
    Have high expectations of every child's behaviour, progress and achievements
    Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
    Possess an valid Enhanced DBS certificate or be happy to apply for a new one (we can help with this process)

    To discover more about your Class Teacher options, apply now or contact Rebecca directly at Academics. (url removed) / (phone number removed)

    In additional to a caring, honest and personalised service, Academics will offer you:

  • Competitive pay rates

  • Exclusive day to day/ week to week bookings and Class Teacher vacancies

  • ECT induction opportunities

  • Explore different schools with no commitment

  • Flexibility - choose when/ where you teach. Those holiday in term time can now become a reality!

  • Access to 150+ free CPD courses

  • Free user friendly joining process

  • Uncapped friend referral scheme

  • Confidence we will deliver - browse our 5* Google reviews (Academics Worcester)

    Academics Worcester are committed to safeguarding children, we expect every Class Teacher to share this commitment

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