Class Teacher - Maternity

As a proud Church School, our Christian vision underpins our decisions and actions. As a result, the staff team and school community are inspired to ensure children feel valued, empowered and nurtured whilst developing a strong moral purpose which embodies our Chrisitian values of courage, compassion and cooperation.

If you are passionate about children's learning, ambitious about developing outstanding practice and a team player with a sense of fun, then Wittersham is the school for you.
We want a member of our team who has:
+ Enthusiasm, commitment and high expectations of all pupils and themselves.
+ Excellent teamwork and organisational skills.
+ Ability to lead, motivate and inspire others.
+ Positive outlook and the flexibility and adaptability needed when working in a small school!
+ Able to be supportive of the school's Christian, caring ethos and our commitment to the development of the whole child in partnership with all stakeholders.
We can offer you:
+ Happy, engaged and articulate children who are eager to learn and proud of their school.
+ Good professional development opportunities.
+ A friendly, creative and committed team of staff and a school with a happy, positive atmosphere.
+ A work environment where mental health and well-being of all stakeholders is key in our decision making and approach
+ A supportive and enthusiastic Governing Body and parenting community.
+ A caring, thriving and welcoming environment with strong ties to the community.
+ A school in beautiful surroundings with a large sports pitch, swimming pool, reflection garden and nature area.
Contact the Headteacher for an informal chat to find out more or email her on headteacher@wittersham.kent.sch.uk. Visits are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on ., Children at Wittersham are treated as individuals and encouraged to develop enquiring minds, a thirst for challenge and a 'can do' attitude. Staff and governors consistently strive for high standards and excellent progress with every child at the centre of what we do. Expectations for learning and behaviour are high and our extensive extracurricular and enrichment programme highlights our commitment to the individual. We aspire for our learning community to achieve high standards by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, opportunities and experiences to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Wittersham was judged to be 'Outstanding' in its 2017 church inspection (SIAMS) which celebrated the school's strong Christian ethos and set of values. Ofsted judged the school to be 'Good' during its most recent inspection. The inspector described the children's experience of being at this school: "This is a happy and welcoming school. Christian values and a strong sense of community lie at the heart of this village school. Staff have caring relationships with pupils and know their families well. Pupils respond positively to leaders' high expectations. Pupils want to do well, and they learn to persevere and not give up. They thrive within this trusting and harmonious environment" (HMI January 2020).
Wittersham school is situated mid-way between Tenterden and Rye, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and close to the church. We serve a range of rural areas and many families choose to travel in order to secure a place in our wonderful school. Our rural location is a key element of the broad Wittersham curriculum offered to children. We aim to utilise this at every available opportunity as we believe it further enhances children's holistic development.
At Wittersham Church of England Primary School, we believe parents are partners in children's development and, along with our talented and committed staff working together as a school family, we can ensure that children are nurtured, empowered and successful at school.