Class Teacher/ECT

Are you passionate about teaching and just starting out on your teaching journey?

St. Michael’s is a friendly, inclusive and popular school set in 4 acres of beautiful grounds, moments from Highgate village and only 5 minutes walk from Highgate tube. The Governors are looking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and inspirational teacher. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or a teacher with some prior experience within the primary phase who is seeking to further develop their practice, we would love to hear from you.

About St Michael's

St Michael's was inspected in June 2023 and was judged to be outstanding in all categories. Ofsted affirms that there is an exceptional quality of education provided for children at St Michael’s School.

St Michael's is underpinned by our core values of: Friendship, Forgiveness, Koinonia, Creation and Endurance

The school offers:

· Excellent professional development for all staff

· For ECTs - a fully supported induction with an experienced mentor and Haringey -wide ECT network and peer support network opportunities

· The opportunity to work with a vibrant team of dedicated professionals who are committed to ensuring that every moment counts for the children at St Michael's

· Friendly, inclusive and collaborative school culture

· Wellbeing support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme

· Enthusiastic, articulate and well behaved children

· Supportive parents and governing body

· Beautiful grounds and dedicated outdoor space

· Fully resourced dedicated Art and Science classrooms

These are some of our unique school features but to see more we would encourage you to come and visit us .

About this role

As a class teacher at St Michael's you will join a dedicated, committed team of professionals. We are looking to appoint staff that engage and inspire both pupils and colleagues. Ideal candidates will be resilient, hardworking and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our provision continues to be exemplary and we deliver the best possible education for every one of our pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

· has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills; experienced in establishing and maintaining good professional relationships

· has vision, energy and enthusiasm

· demonstrates high aspirations for pupils, staff and themselves

· can work strategically and creatively to ensure continuous improvement in provision

· can support the Christian ethos of our school

School location

Set back from North road in a quiet location yet close to the shops and restaurants of Highgate village. Excellent transport links (bus stop outside, 5 mins to tube) and in close proximity to the open green spaces of Kenwood and Waterlow Park. The open aspect at the rear of the school overlooks our gardens, and four acres of land giving masses of light and a sense of openness which is rare to find in London. Light, space and a genuine sense of place and opportunity surround you.

The staff love:

" The fantastic opportunity to develop and become a leader in my second year .”

“ I felt settled from my first day because of the smiles I received from children, parents and staff – St Michael’s is a friendly school, through and through ”

The pupils love:

“ The teachers are nice, the community is great and so we are all friends and happy. ”

" The school is creative because it is colourful and everyone is happy and full of imagination ”

Interested in this vacancy? Call the school office on 0208 3407441. Early viewings are highly recommended.

We reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date. References will be requested for shortlisted candidates.