Class Teacher (KS1/KS2)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Skills and Experience

• Experience teaching across KS1 and/or KS2, planning and delivering engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners and promote strong progress and attainment.
• Strong commitment to inclusive practice, with experience adapting teaching to support pupils with SEND, EAL and varying learning needs to ensure every child can succeed.
• High expectations for behaviour, achievement and presentation, creating a positive, safe and purposeful learning environment where children feel valued and motivated.
• Skilled in building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues, working collaboratively to support children’s academic progress and wellbeing.
• Confident in using assessment effectively to monitor progress, identify next steps and provide constructive feedback that supports pupil development.
• Experience using a range of teaching strategies and resources, including ICT, to engage learners and promote independence, curiosity and resilience.
• Reflective and enthusiastic practitioner committed to continuous professional development and improving teaching practice through collaboration and feedback.
• Secure understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and committed to promoting the welfare, safety and wellbeing of all children.
• Able to contribute positively to the wider life of the school through teamwork, pastoral support and participation in school events and initiatives.
• Passionate about providing equitable opportunities for all pupils and promoting a respectful, inclusive and ambitious school culture.

What the school offers its staff

• High-quality professional development opportunities, including research-informed practice and collaborative learning
• Strong support for ECTs and teachers at all stages of their career development
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced leaders engaged with nationally and internationally recognised experts in inclusive education
• A strong commitment to equity, inclusion and evidence-informed teaching practice
• A caring, collaborative and supportive staff team with a culture of professional trust
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and share effective practice across the school
• A warm and inclusive school community where staff wellbeing is valued
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing and support services
• A commitment to maintaining a positive work-life balance
• Enthusiastic, respectful and motivated children who are eager to learn

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online checks, and an enhanced DBS check.