Primary School Job of the Day

Are you a Primary Teacher, looking for a September 2016 start in Lewisham?

TimePlan Education, working in partnership with their client school, is looking for a Primary teacher who can teach KS1 or early KS2 and NQTs are more than welcome to apply. The position is a full-time contract starting September 2016. The successful candidate must be committed to achieving high standards and able to inspire students across the ability range at KS1 and KS2.

This is an all-through school based in Lewisham, South East London on spit sites for primary and secondary. The primary school opened in 2013 and currently only has classes from Nursery through to Year 3. The school is in a multi-million new build that has lot's of character and superb facilities to facilitate learning. The school is easily accessible from the nearest overground railway station and regular buses pass the school providing a great commute into Central London.

To be considered for this Primary teaching vacancy based in Lewisham you will need to;

• show you are an imaginative and forward thinking classroom practitioner.
• have the willingness to form part of a successful and enthusiastic team.
• support the school ethos at all times during your working days.
• possess excellent teaching skills and an ability to lead classes with pace and sufficient challenge.

It is essential that you understand the school's academic standing and have a sincere commitment to sharing long-term aims.

In return we offer:

• professional classroom support from our team of headteacher consultants throughout the length of your contract.
• a dedicated key contact at the TimePlan South East office.
• TimePlan South East teacher socials where you can meet teachers who are teaching at schools in your placement area.
• opportunities to aid your professional development.
• pay to scale.

If you are interested in applying for this Primary teaching position in Lewisham apply online today or call on 01732 373340.

TimePlan are the number one teaching agency for jobs in the south east.

Part Time Primary Teaching Job of the Day!!

TimePlan Education working in partnership with a lovely Greenwich primary school is looking for a part-time teacher for a NCY2 class from the start of next term. The position has come about due to a promotion of the current post holder. You will be working with a lovely group of students for three days per week every Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Year 2 is a three form entry and a great team.

This is a dynamic, vibrant and friendly primary school in south east London. The staff are supportive, and welcome teachers who are strong, confident and hard-working. The school is fully committed to all aspects of continuous professional development for all its staff.

Those who are new to the school are involved in a full induction programme which covers areas such as:

• School organisation.
• Approaches to Learning Support.
• ICT.
• Approaches to form tutoring and child protection.
• Learning resources.
• Professional Development and Performance Management.

This part-time KS1 teaching vacancy in Greenwich, south east London requires an applicant who is able to:

• Deliver good and outstanding teaching practices as the norm.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Show willingness to form part of a successful and enthusiastic team.
• Create an enriching, supportive and high performing learning environment; be animaginative and forward thinking classroom practitioner.
• Support the school ethos at all times during your working days.
• Demonstrate excellent teaching skills and an ability to lead classes with pace and sufficient challenge.

It is essential that you understand the schools academic standing and have a sincere commitment to sharing long-term aims.

In return we offer:

• Pay to scale!
• Professional classroom support from our team of Headteacher consultants throughout the length of your contract.
• A dedicated key contact at the South East office.
• TimePlan South East teacher socials where you can meet professional teachers from all over the planet who are teaching at schools in your placement area.
• Opportunities to aid your professional development.

If you are interested in applying for this primary teaching job in Greenwich, south east London please apply online today or call Paul Chuter on 01732 373340 at TimePlan, the number one teaching agency for primary teaching jobs in south east London and Kent.

Primary Schools Outside of London Starting to Catch up with Capital By Richard Adams

Primary schools outside of London are starting to catch up with those in the capital, according to the latest school league tables, along with a sharp drop in the number of schools failing to meet the government’s floor targets for performance.

The results of this summer’s national key stage two tests and assessments in reading, maths and writing – taken by 11-year-olds at the end of primary school – reveal an improved performance in local authorities such as Redcar and Cleveland, which were among the best performing in England.

But the top performing of all in 2015 was Kensington & Chelsea, where 91% of pupils achieved expected levels of attainment in reading, writing and mathematics, followed by Richmond-upon-Thames with 88%.

The wealthy west London borough could also boast arguably the best primary school in England, Fox Primary in Notting Hill, where the average points score achieved by its 42 pupils was bested only by the six pupils at Little Dewchurch village primary school in Herefordshire.

Redcar and Cleveland in the north-east had 87% of its pupils reach the expected levels, alongside Greenwich and Sutton, while Trafford in greater Manchester was on a par with Bromley, Camden, Hounslow and Havering with 86%.

However, the worst performing local authorities had a familiar feel, with Poole, Bradford, Doncaster, Luton, Peterborough and Walsall all in the bottom 10 for the second year in a row.

Nick Gibb, the schools minister, said it was essential that every child could leave primary school having mastered the basics in reading, writing and maths.

“The increased performance at primary level across the country demonstrates how this government is delivering on its commitment to provide educational excellence everywhere and ensure every child benefits from the best possible start in life, no matter where they come from,” Gibb said.

The Department for Education (DfE) figures showed that just 676 primary schools in England failed to meet the government’s floor target of at least 65% of pupils reaching level four or above in reading, writing and maths, compared with 768 last year after the floor standard was raised from 60%.

London had the lowest proportion of schools below the floor target, though Rutland in the East Midlands and Devon also did well, and the north-west and north-east were second only to London in the proportion of schools that performed above the floor target.

The national results published earlier this summer showed a small improvement in the number of pupils reaching the required level in literacy and maths, but that still left one in five of the nearly 580,000 pupils failing to reach the expected levels at the end of key stage two.

The improved national results confirms recent praise for primary schools by Sir Michael Wilshaw, the chief inspector of schools in England, who said the emphasis on using synthetic phonics to teach literacy was “certainly bearing fruit”, while Ofsted’s inspections showed similar patterns of performance in primary schools across the country.

The DfE said that the achievement gap between children from disadvantaged backgrounds and their better-off peers continued to narrow.

Last year there was a gap of 16 percentage points between those on free school meals achieving the government’s benchmark of level four, indicating they are ready to start secondary school, and other pupils.

The updated figures show that 80% of pupils in year six at mainstream state primary schools passed key stage two tests and assessments in reading, writing and mathematics.

The reading and maths exams were taken by 566,000 year six pupils in more than 15,000 state schools. They are the first externally marked national exams sat in England.

http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/dec/10/primary-schools-outside-of-london-starting-to-catch-up-with-capital

Events in London This Weekend Taken from Time Out London

Some of the events going on in London this weekend, which one will you do?





National homelessness charity Crisis is offering not one but three opportunities to dive into the icy depths of London's outdoor swimming facilities for the Crisis Midwinter Swim fundraiser this year. The King's Cross Pond Club will hold 100 swimmers (Dec 5), the lovely, art deco Brockwell Lido will see hundreds of swimmers in fancy dress making a splash (Dec 12) and Tooting Bec Lido will host races for solo swimmers and relay teams (Jan 23). The registration fee covers the cost of reserving a place for a homeless person at Crisis this Christmas, and participants will receive a swimming cap and a hot drink to help them warm up after taking the plunge.



Pretty wooden chalets will fill the space between the Tate Modern and the Thames once more in 2015 for this traditional Christmas market. Browse handmade wooden toys, unique jewellery, intricate decorations and plenty more, then tuck into bratwurst, crêpes, roasted nuts or a warming cup of glühwein. A carousel and festive music help add to the Christmas spirit.

A glorious backdrop and special events help make a trip to this outdoor rink one of the capital's most festive outings.

The grand 18th-century courtyard that is home to Somerset House ice rink provides a stunning location for a skating session this winter – and no matter how unimpressive your skills a trip to this 900-square-metre outdoor rink will look the very definition of festive fun on Instagram. There are lots of tempting extras too: the Fortnum's Lodgewill offer champagne, afternoon tea and even private dining; Club Nights will feature DJs from Ministry of Sound and Island Records. The Christmas Arcade will bring posh shopping from Fortnum & Mason, and guests can admire the skaters with drink in hand at the Botanical Bar, both of which can be accessed without a ticket.

http://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-london-on-a-saturday?package_page=46679

Secret City: Southeast London (Taken from the British Council)

The UK is known for its history, industrial links, cultural diversity and incredible opportunities – and London is at the heart of it all. London is a city that embraces people from all over the world, and you can see this in the variety of music, food, events, fashion and vibrant student life – all day and all night!

Southeast London is a great place to start. The area is made up of the boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lewisham and Southwark, and it’s where you'll find some of London's best museums, parks, heritage sites and days out. Here, Joanna Dyal from the University of Greenwich gives us a tour…

Greenwich – the Royal Borough

One of the most famous things about London is the Greenwich Meridian (the line of 0° longitude, marking the middle of a world map) and Greenwich Mean Time – this is the place where time begins!  Greenwich is also one of the newest ‘Royal Boroughs’ and there’s a lot to see and do, but these are some of my favourites.

1. See one of the best views of London from the top of the hill in Royal Greenwich Park – a pretty and hugely popular park, which hosted the equestrian events and modern pentathlon in the London 2012 Olympics.

Even better, there are spectacular views of the UNESCO World Heritage Site centred on world-famous architect Sir Christopher Wren's Royal Naval College, where one of the university's campuses is located.

2. Visit the Old Royal Observatory. This observatory has played a major role in the history of astronomy and navigation, but it’s probably best known as the location of the prime meridian – which separates east from west (imagine standing with one foot in each hemisphere!), and sits at the centre of the world’s time zones.

3. Stroll around Greenwich Market, with its classy mix of bohemian arts and crafts. Come here for handmade gifts, vintage accessories, art for your student room and delicious street food from around the world. You’ll also find an array of restaurants, bars and cafés nearby.

4. Be entertained at the O2, and the iconic silhouette of the former Millennium Dome. The O2 is a venue for all kinds of entertainment, from live sport events to world-class concerts and exhibitions. You can even trek across the roof for a panoramic view of London from the unique viewing platform!

5. The Old Royal Naval College has been a landmark of the Greenwich riverfront since the early 18th century. While most of the buildings are now part of the University of Greenwich, two blocks are open to the public: the beautiful Painted Hall and the nearby Chapel. Many major films have been shot here, including Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, The Golden Compass, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,The King’s Speech, Thor: The Dark World, Les Misérables and Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows!

6. Other cultural attractions include the National Maritime Museum, the Fan Museum, the Queen's House gallery and the restored Cutty Sark – all are worth a visit.

Southwark – a hub of London landmarks

The London Borough of Southwark is directly south of the River Thames and the City of London (London’s financial district), and forms part of Inner London.  There are a lot of world-famous landmarks to tick off your must-see list here…

1. Iconic bridges such as Tower Bridge, the Millennium Bridge, Blackfriars Bridge, Southwark Bridge and London Bridge all connect Southwark to the City of London.

2. Currently the tallest building in western Europe, the Shard is an unmissable skyscraper in southeast London – although you’ll probably see it long before you’re nearby! The viewing gallery has floor-to-ceiling windows that give you an amazing view of London from 244 metres above ground level.

3. Ponder over Picassos at the Tate Modern and Constables at the Tate Britain by visiting both Tate galleries in a day!  Ride the Tate Boat, which runs along the Thames between the Tate Britain by Vauxhall Bridge and the Tate Modern on Bankside every 40 minutes during gallery opening hours.

4. The original Globe Theatre was built in 1599 by the Lord Chamberlain's Men, the theatre company which Shakespeare belonged to, and was destroyed in a fire on 29 June 1613. Shakespeare's Globe is a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, and welcomes thousands of visitors to see world-renowned productions of Shakespeare plays every day.

5. Museums in this area include the Imperial War Museum (a national museum which has three branches in London and five across England), the Clink Prison Museum and the Design Museum.

Bexley – bordering Essex and Kent

Bexley is an Outer London borough, meaning it has large areas of open space, clusters of early villages and suburban residential areas.

The largest of the open spaces are Lesnes Abbey Woods, Danson Park and Hall Place & Gardens. There are also many golf courses and sports fields. Hall Place is a former stately home, which now has a museum of local artefacts. In the gardens there is a topiary lawn, herb garden and tropical gardens to explore. There are also long-distance footpaths for lazy summer walks, running or cycling.

The Thames Path passes through here – this is a National Trail which opened in 1996 and follows the length of the River Thames. If you have a bike (or why not rent one?), the Thames Path cycle route is a mapped route that follows the river between Putney Bridge and Greenwich.

Bromley – one of London’s largest boroughs

The London Borough of Bromley is perhaps the most rural of London boroughs. It is known for being the home of Charles Darwin, the English naturalist and geologist best known for his contributions to evolutionary theory. 

Learn more about Darwin at Down House, his former home – the house, garden and grounds have been restored and are open to the public. Then visit Crystal Palace Park, see the nearby lake (noted for its population of sculptures depicting dinosaurs and extinct mammals), and enjoy the mix of open space, athletics facilities and woodland.

Next, walk the ‘caves’ of Chislehurst! Chislehurst Caves is a 35km-long series of tunnels, a local tourist attraction – though while they are called caves, they are entirely man-made. They have been used as music venues and appeared in several TV programmes, including Dr Who and Merlin.

Last but not least

The London Borough of Lewisham nestles between three of the other boroughs, but has its share of sights. In Blackheath, the pretty All Saints Church is a prize sight after you’ve taken the long walk up through Greenwich Park and across the heath – a popular area, where you’ll also find many quaint restaurants, bars and pubs. 

The heath is well-known as the starting point of the London Marathon, and as the site of spectacular fireworks displays on Bonfire Night (November the 5th). There is also a long history of kite flying on the heath, and more recently kitebuggying – it’s fun to see these kite-powered buggies among all the joggers, cyclists and dog-walkers!

The Horniman Museum in Forest Hill has a bit of everything, including a natural history collection, a small aquarium and a display of anthropology. Outside, marvel at the unusual architecture, 16 acres of gardens and views towards central London.

http://www.educationuk.org/global/articles/secret-city-southeast-london/