Vacancies
Brindishe Schools - Class Teachers for September 2024
Are you passionate about making a difference for all children? Are you keen to work with a fantastic team of people?
We are seeking an inspirational teacher with vision and high expectations for learning to join our Federation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a highly skilled, supportive team of people committed to the staff, the children and the community.
The Brindishe Federation is made up of three Local Authority maintained schools within the borough of Lewisham, which are currently rated good and outstanding. Brindishe Lee, our one form entry school, is located in Lee. Brindishe Manor, a two form entry school and Brindishe Green, a three form entry school, both of which sit either side of Hither Green Station. All the schools are all located within 10 minutes of each other and are in walking distance of Hither Green or Lee mainline stations, just two stops from London Bridge, or a short bus ride from Lewisham DLR.
We are looking for a teacher who…
- values inclusion, creativity and the joy of learning and enrichment
- Is committed to promoting equity and diversity within our schools
- has a track record of raising achievement for all pupils
- can develop strong relationships with children, parents and the wider community
- can enthuse and engage
We can offer you…
- children with exceptional behaviours for learning
- a diverse and lively inner-London school community
- close partnerships and support within each school and across the Federation
- high quality and easily available resources for learning and a range of opportunities for those with a strong career pathway
- a bespoke training package for new and recently qualified teachers and leadership development for those with experience and ambition
- an ambitious, broad and progressive curriculum
- personalized and effective approach to planning, marking and assessment
- bright, well-maintained, clean, warm, well-equipped classrooms and adult workspaces
- trained and committed learning support assistants
- excellent business, technical, IT and admin support.
Above all you will have the freedom to teach creatively in line with our Brindishe Curriculum in a supportive environment.
Please visit our website for details of each school www.brindisheschools.org
Please call for an extended conversation or to arrange a visit with our Executive Head, Rachel Waite, on 07508 868726.
Applications should be returned to our Executive Head: rawaite@brindisheschools.org with a signed paper copy to address to Rachel Waite at Brindishe Green School, Beacon Road SE13 6EH
The Application Process and Timetable:
Application deadline: 5pm on Friday 3rd May (Only short listed candidates will then be called.)
Interviews: Will take place during the week beginning Monday 6th May 2024
Interview will involve a short task, lesson observation and an interview
Start date: September 2024
Brindishe Green School, Extended Services Play Leader
Brindishe Green School, Beacon Road, London, SE13 6EH
Salary: Scale 2N (Scale Point 3 – 4) pro-rata, Term Time Only (£10,259 - £10,414)
Hours:
Tea club – 15 hours per week
The post is part time and subject to a satisfactory 6 months’ probation period
We are currently recruiting for Extended Services Play Leaders at Brindishe Green to join on us on a permanent basis. This role is available to start Monday 22nd April.
The Brindishe federation comprises of Brindishe Lee (1 form entry), Brindishe Manor (2 form entry) and Brindishe Green (3 form entry), All 3 Brindishe schools are rated Outstanding Lewisham Local Authority Primary Schools providing an exciting education for children aged 3 -11 years, all walking distance from each other, we are a few stops from Charing Cross, Waterloo, London Bridge mainline station or a short walk from Lee or Lewisham station.
The post involves:
- Promoting children’s safety and well–being
- Helping to maintain a safe and organised play environment
We are looking for someone who:
- Can relate well to children and supervise them during Tea club.
- Is aware of Health & Safety
- Is willing to follow school policies and procedures in relation to the role.
Our Federation of Brindishe schools respect and celebrate the rich, diverse community that surrounds us. We encourage individuality and ensure that children and staff are empowered to follow their own curiosity from whatever inspires them. We will discover how to become the best learners we can be, developing our knowledge, interests and needs through a diverse curriculum that allows us to follow our own learning journey.
We will be: Committed; Creative; Confident; Empathetic; Curious; Appreciative; Respectful
At Brindishe, we nurture a culture of mutual respect, positivity and curiosity. This empowers our children to become champions of their own learning. We provide a platform for learners to recognise and regulate their wellbeing so they can be physically and mentally healthy and in a position to make the best progress they can.
Brindishe Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as reference checks
Further Information:
The deadline for completed applications is midday on Friday 3rd May
Interviews will be held on week commencing Monday 6th May
Completed application forms should be returned to headteacher@brindishegreen.lewisham.sch.uk
If you would like to have a conversation about the role before applying, please phone Katie Matthews, Headteacher Brindishe Green on 0208 852 724
Brindishe Federation School Administrative Assistant
Brindishe Green School, Beacon Road, Lewisham. London, SE13 6EH
Brindishe Lee School, Wantage Road, Lewisham, London, SE12 8NA
Brindishe Manor School, Leahurst Road, Lewisham, London, SE13 5LS
Salary: Scale 3 (Point 5 – 6) pro-rata, Term Time Only, currently £24,660 - £25,033
Hours: 35 hours per week (typically starting at 8.30am – 4.30pm); Term Time Only (39 weeks per year)
The post is subject to a satisfactory 6 months’ probation period
We are currently recruiting for a School Administrative Assistant on a permanent basis, to support the business function across our three schools. We are looking for a friendly, helpful, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and energetic person to work across our schools, to provide support for the school as well as providing administrative support for Senior Leadership, school staff, and the Federation Team.
We are a very friendly team, working in a highly supportive environment where individual differences are welcomed, and teamwork is highly valued.
Responsibilities will include;
- Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
- Be aware of and support diversity and ensure equal opportunities for all
- Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
- Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
- Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
- To attend external and internal training and staff development opportunities as requested by SLT
- To carry out reasonable requests by other members of staff in line with the above job description which will at times include attendance at work in the evening to support school events such as concerts, performances, meetings, workshops
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the Department/Section.
The Brindishe federation comprises of Brindishe Lee (1 form entry), Brindishe Manor (2 form entry) and Brindishe Green (3 form entry), All 3 Brindishe schools are Lewisham Local Authority Primary Schools providing an exciting education for children aged 3 -11 years, all walking distance from each other, we are a few stops from Charing Cross, Waterloo, London Bridge mainline station or a short walk from Lee, Hither Green, or Lewisham station.
Our Federation of schools respect and celebrate the rich, diverse community that surrounds us. We encourage individuality and ensure that children and staff are empowered to follow their own curiosity from whatever inspires them. We will discover how to become the best learners we can be, developing our knowledge, interests and needs through a diverse curriculum that allows us to follow our own learning journey.
We will be: Committed; Creative; Confident; Empathetic; Curious; Appreciative; Respectful
As the role involves working with children, you will be required to undergo a full DBS check before being appointed to the post.
Further Information:
The deadline for completed applications is midday on Friday 26th April 2024.
Interviews will be held on 30 April 2024.
Completed application forms should be returned to sbm-BG@brindisheschools.org
If you would like to have a conversation about the role before applying, please phone Fulya Kiroglu, School Business Manager on: 07837 039 078