We currently have vacancies for teaching staff and administration staff, please see below.

Teaching Posts x 3

Type of vacancies   3 x teachers (one is for maternity cover). Full time and part time applications welcomed. All posts to start from September 2^nd 2024.

Category   Teaching in Schools - Primary

Work pattern   3 x 1.0 FTE

Location (including post code)  

Ordsall Primary School, Ordsall Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7SL.

Salary or Hourly Rate   Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range

Roll:  Currently 590 (3-11)

Can you answer yes to these questions?

• Do you have high expectations of all children and are interested in developing the whole child to their fullest potential? 
• Do you have the interpersonal skills to work collaboratively? 
• Are you motivated and caring? 
• Are you flexible and can you use your own initiative? 

The Governors and Senior Leadership Team of this expanding school are seeking to appoint three enthusiastic and creative primary teachers to join a hardworking, dedicated team who are committed to school improvement. Two of these positions are permanent and one is maternity cover. Part time applications are welcome.

Please state your preference of post (permanent/maternity and full time/part time) in your application.

These posts are not aimed to be in any particular year group, so applicants are asked to state their own strengths and experience across the primary phase or in particular year groups, key stages or areas. Experience in Early Years will be advantageous for at least one of the positions.

At Ordsall Primary School it is our aim to work with high expectations of both the children and all staff so that everyone can not only ‘play, learn and grow together’ but can excel, enjoy, achieve and be proud in all that they do. As a school which prides itself on the development of all staff, this post provides a real opportunity for all teachers to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers are welcome.

We are looking for people who have/can:

• The strong desire to ‘be the best teacher you can be’;

• High expectations of all pupil achievement and behaviour;

• Plan and deliver creative lessons based around first-hand experience;

• Provide a stimulating, safe and happy learning environment;

• Be reflective about their teaching;

• Be part of a friendly and supportive team;

• Be willing to make a wider contribution to the life of the school .

In return, Ordsall Primary School can offer you:

• Fabulous children who are keen to learn and ‘be the best that they can be’;
• Staff who have a true commitment to developing children’s personal, social and emotional development and a belief that every child can achieve their true potential;
• A happy and welcoming working environment;
• A team of staff who are committed to the inclusion of all children;
• A commitment to your induction and continued professional development;
• A positive outlook on life and an enthusiasm for learning;
• An experienced ECT mentor to support and guide you through your ECT period*.

        (*For ECTs only)

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact us to arrange an informal appointment. Application packs are available on the school website or by email from the school office at office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk.

Closing date: Wednesday 17^th April 2024

Shortlisting: Thursday 18^th April 2024

Interviews: Week beginning 22^nd April 2024.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is, therefore, subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

The County Council welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

Post:                           OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Hours: 35 hours per week (8.30am to 4.00pm Monday – Friday, term-time only (including INSET days)

Contract:                    This is initially a fixed-term contract to end 31^st August 2025 (to be reviewed)

Salary:                        Grade 3, point 3-7 (£20,082 full time equivalent)

Accountable to:        School Business Manager and ultimately the Headteacher

Purpose of job: To provide clerical and administrative support as a member of the school’s office team as directed by, and under the supervision of, the School Business Manager.

Start date:                  Monday 15^th April 2024 (or as soon as possible after this date)

Closing date:             Midday on Friday 22^nd March 2024

Interviews:                 Wednesday 27^th March 2024

Can you multi-task? Being the first point of contact through this ‘front of house’ role means this is a key position in our school. As such, you will need to be organised, confident and enjoy communicating with people at all levels. You will need to make the best possible first impression with people coming and going.

At Ordsall Primary School, we expect everyone to work with high expectations of both the children and staff so that everyone can excel, enjoy, achieve and be proud in all that they do. The Governors and Senior Leadership Team of this large primary school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed person who can contribute to the effective day-to-day running of our busy school by offering efficient administerial support.

Specific professional duties

All staff at Ordsall Primary School act with honesty and integrity; have strong knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive relationships; and work with families in the best interests of their children.

Staff at Ordsall Primary School must have professional regarding for school’s ethos, policies and practices, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality. They will be good team players who are supportive of colleagues, accessible, keen to share ideas and be a role model in aspects of their practice. They will show flexibility and be keen and willing to take on change and challenge. They will be open and receptive to improvement, show a commitment to their continuing professional development and may be growing in their independence.

What we can offer

• a happy and welcoming working environment;
• a team of staff who are committed to the inclusion of all;
• a commitment to your induction and continued professional development;
• supportive staff and governors;
• fabulous children who are keen to learn and ‘be the best that they can be’;
• staff who have a true commitment to developing and supporting everyone’s personal, social and emotional development and the fulfilment of potential.

Main office and general duties

• Reception and general office duties, including operation of the telephone system and arranging routine appointments for parents and visitors.
• Assist with pupil first aid/ welfare duties, including administering medicines as appropriate.
• Manage visitors in school, ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Administer and maintain pupil records in Arbor.
• Administer school meals through Arbor and liaise with the catering team as necessary.
• Updating the school dinner menu in line with any changes and informing parents and staff.
• Administer and update any dietary requirements.
• Administer the process of Free School Meal applications.
• Inputting data onto school systems.
• Support other members of the office team as directed by the School Business Manager.
• Administer the school website, digital signage and other external communications.
• Assist with keeping parents informed of key daily messages from the school through the Arbor system.

Visits to school are strongly recommended prior to application, so please ring us on 01777 702852 to make an appointment. During this time, you will be shown around the school and have chance to ask any questions.

Application packs are available on the school website or by email from the school office at office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk. A copy of the Person Specification can be found below.

Ordsall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and it is expected that all staff and volunteers at the school share this commitment. This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Person Specification: Office Administrator