Eton Park Junior Academy - Classroom Teacher

Eton Park Junior Academy

Location: Masefield Crescent, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2SG

Eton Park Junior Academy is part of the Affinity Learning Partnership, a Multi Academy Trust serving Staffordshire and Derbyshire. The Trust comprises 3 Secondary Academies and 4 Primary Academies.

At Eton Park Junior Academy, we believe in working hard, being kind, and choosing wisely. These values underpin everything we do and guide us as we nurture our pupils to become confident, responsible, and respectful individuals.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join our supportive team and help shape the future of our pupils.

Eton Park Junior Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school serving children aged 7-11. We are dedicated to
ensuring that every child, regardless of their background or ability, has the opportunity to thrive and reach
their full potential.

Our core values are central to our ethos:

Work Hard: Encouraging determination and resilience in all aspects of learning.

Be Kind: Building a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity.

Choose Wisely: Promoting responsibility, honesty, and thoughtful decision-making.

By fostering these principles, we aim to provide a safe, happy, and stimulating environment where our pupils
can excel academically and develop the skills they need for lifelong success.

The Role

As a Class Teacher, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching that engages and inspires pupils to achieve their best.
• Promote our core values through your teaching and interactions with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports pupil well-being and academic success.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your practice.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a passion for education and a commitment to delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Shares our commitment to working hard, being kind, and choosing wisely.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, reflective, and eager to contribute to the academy's continuous improvement.

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve.  We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package

Affinity Learning Partnership strives to be an ‘Employer of Choice’ and is committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Leader’s listen to all stakeholders and are proactive in looking after our best resource - our staff.  We are proactive in ensuring a work life balance is maintained offering an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Eye Care Vouchers
• BHSF Healthcare Scheme

How to Apply:

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

Close date: 7 February 2025

Interview date: 11 February 2025

Start date: 2 June 2025

You can apply directly to the Trust People Team via the Trust website www.deferrerstrust.com and email your application to careers@deferrerstrust.com. You must complete an application form to be considered. Due to safeguarding reasons we cannot accept C.Vs.

Please note: Applications should be received before 9:00am of the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of applications.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. If you do not hear back after 5 working days from closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please contact 01283 247910 and ask to speak to Jas Taylor, Office Manager.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure 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.