If you are an outstanding role model and leading classroom practitioner who inspires and motivates with high expectations for all children, and a real determination and belief that every child can succeed and progress well, we would love to hear from you!

About the School

East Lane Primary School is housed in a new and purpose-built £14 million building with exceptional resources and is located adjacent to Wembley High. This provides our children with an ‘all-through' experience of outstanding schools. East Lane Primary School is a 3 form-entry school with pupils from Reception through to Year 6. Our results to date have demonstrated exceptionality in all areas, including Early Years, Phonics, KS1 SATs and KS2 SATs. We have obtained outstanding results year upon year, which continue to be amongst the highest in Brent and significantly above the national average. It is vital that our school maintains the exceptional standards on which we pride ourselves. East lane Primary School has attained Outstanding Status under the new Ofsted Framework.

“In all subjects, pupils' work is of excellent quality” (OFSTED 2019)

EYFS: 98% of children achieved a Good Level of Development (2024)

KS1: 89% of children achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths; 21% achieved greater depth (2024)

Year 4: 100% of children passed the Multiplication Check with 71% achieving 100% (2024)

KS2: 98% of children achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths; 25% achieved greater depth. (2024)

About the role

We are looking for somebody who:

• Is an outstanding role model and can act as a leading classroom practitioner, inspiring and motivating other staff members
• Has excellent knowledge of the Read Write Inc Programme and EY curriculum
• Has excellent English skills (clear written and spoken English) along with good reading, writing and numeracy skills
• Has high expectations for all children and a real determination and belief that all children can succeed and progress well
• Is willing to go the extra mile to personalise learning and ensure high quality interactions
• Is an outstanding team member and able to use their own initiative to drive positive change in the areas they influence
• Can create positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Can plan and provide an enabling environment that promotes effective care, teaching, and learning that allows all children to progress and prepares them for their next phase of development and learning
• Manages behaviour to the highest standard
• Has the ability to make a positive contribution to the school as a whole

We offer:

A high-trust, supportive culture focused on innovation and continuing professional development.

Access to an experienced mentor who will support you to hone your teaching practice.

Research-led attitudes towards teaching and learning including a real focus on exploring new ideas and taking risks.

Opportunities for career progression including opportunities to fast track where exceptional performance is seen.

Competitive salaries, generous staff benefits and a friendly nurturing environment.

Close to a good transport network.

All teachers at East Lane Primary School receive a comprehensive, structured training programme, delivered by highly trained mentors and bespoke to the individual's needs. As part of the WMAT we also have the Teaching School Hub for Brent, Barnet and Enfield which is based at WHTC. You can undertake NPQs with us and have the opportunity to develop your experience in the delivery of NPQs across a number of schools. If you are keen to develop as an outstanding teacher, enjoy sharing best practice with a community of dedicated peers and believe that all pupils can and should succeed, we would love to hear from you.

General

To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager

To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace

To ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy

The service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Person Specification - Reception Teacher

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher status (QTS)
• Degree or equivalent
• Evidence of further professional development
• Successful teaching experience in the Primary age range
• Substantial knowledge and understanding of learning and teaching in phonics and EY curriculum
• Experience of undertaking EYFS Baseline Assessments and completing Early Years Profile.
• A clear understanding of the essential qualities necessary for effective teaching and learning.
• The understanding of early teaching of phonics and early reading and teaching strategies that support this learning
• Knowledge of current safeguarding child protection procedures
• Demonstrate outstanding practice
• Communicate effectively
• Ability to ensure that learning environment is welcoming and that parents are encouraged to take an active part in the life of the school and their child's education
• Expecting and facilitating all children to reach their potential irrespective of social background
• Ability to manage pupil discipline effectively, following our values-based behaviour system, and have a commitment to a high level of pastoral care
• Effective administrative and organisational skills and time management, and the ability to work under pressure, keeping to tight deadlines
• Creative, enthusiastic and proactive; keen to embrace new ideas and challenges
• Confidence and excellent inter-personal skills
• Loyalty and confidentiality
• Committed to continuing professional development for self

Desirable:

• Experience of using Read Write Inc Phonics Programme
• Experience of teaching in KS1
• Experience of using Seesaw as an information sharing platform

For further information about the school, please visit our website at www.elps.co.uk. If you have any questions or queries, please don't hesitate to contact us at reception@elps.co.uk.

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed, please contact the school office to book your visit.

Wembley Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome all applicants. Early applications are encouraged and the Trust reserves the right to withdraw this post should an appointment be made early.