Furness Primary School

Salary:  Main Pay Scale, point M1 – M6, depending on experience

Interview Date:   Interviews will take place on receipt of completed applications. Position not available to ECT’s

Key Stage: UPPER KS2

The Person:

• Must have a strong passion for education.
• Must be experienced and have a strong working knowledge of the Upper KS2 curriculum.
• Must have strong and effective classroom management skills.
• Must possess the ability to work as part of a team, with a flexible attitude and a calm, organised work ethic.
• Must have experience and understanding of organising, promoting and evaluating the children’s learning.
• Must be able to deliver well planned, well considered and motivational lessons, with experience of motivating and managing young children effectively.
• Must have the ability to demonstrate outstanding practice in the classroom and be able to accurately record pupil progress.
• Must possess strong communication skills, appropriate to communicating effectively with staff, parents and children.
• Must share our school vision and demonstrate commitment to our continued school improvement drive.

Furness Primary School is a safe, happy, thriving and “GOOD, with behaviour judged Outstanding” (Ofsted rated 2021) primary school based in Harlesden. Pupils are polite and welcoming. They treat each other with mutual respect. They behave consistently well inside and outside the classroom. Behaviour is exceptional. We inspire our children to aim high and succeed, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the future. We are inclusive in our approach; we promote understanding, respect and tolerance for each other. 

We can offer:

• A passionate, driven and successful school where you will feel well supported in your role.
• A robust induction process - having a dedicated mentor to support your progression as a practitioner.
• School systems that are committed to ensuring that every child succeeds.
• Individualised professional development and career enhancement opportunities.
• The support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will receive the Safeguarding Policy that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the employer and all employees.

How to apply:     Please apply by completing an application form and return via email to admin@furness.brent.sch.uk

Completed applications to be returned to the same address. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone or email as above for an appointment.