Class Teacher Year 2 and Year 3

Wetherby School is a thriving and highly successful non-selective, independent school in Notting Hill with 340 boys, aged 4 to 8. The school is heavily oversubscribed and extremely successful in securing pupils’ entry into the preparatory school of their choice. It is part of the Inspired Group of schools, which is one of the world's leading educational groups. Wetherby School is a thriving and highly successful non-selective, independent school in Notting Hill with 340 boys, aged 4 to 8. The school is heavily oversubscribed and extremely successful in securing pupils’ entry into the preparatory school of their choice. It is part of the Inspired Group of schools, which is one of the world's leading educational groups.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified, imaginative and driven teacher who works with equal efficacy independently and as part of a team. Applicants will join an innovative, forward-thinking and committed team. The position would suit dynamic teachers who are able to inspire pupils of all abilities to develop their full potential. There is a possibility of a leadership position for the correct candidate.

Experience of teaching in Key Stage 1 or 2 is essential as is a thorough up-to-date knowledge and experience of the curriculum. What is also important is your ability to interact and support children in a positive way to foster their enthusiasm for learning, and to have the skills and maturity required to take on the Year 1, 2 or 3 teaching duties and responsibilities. Wetherby School has four forms in each year group and being a team player is vital.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan, prepare, and implement the agreed school curriculum to cater for the needs of all children within the assigned class and any other class taught.
• To provide a warm, friendly and supportive atmosphere that is conducive to the social and emotional needs of the children within the class.
•  To conduct lessons according to the agreed policy and syllabus.
• To observe and evaluate the progress of each child and to record this progress as defined by the school.
• To provide pastoral support for the class, ensuring each child is given the opportunity to reach their potential, and be alert to any signs of emotional distress.
• ​​​​​​​To efficiently mark and comment upon the pupil’s work as defined in the school policy.
• ​​​​​​​To assess and evaluate pupils progress using the school’s agreed monitoring and assessment procedures.
• ​​​​​​​To create an engaging, stimulating and relevant learning environment through displays and classroom organisation.
• ​​​​​​​To set clear expectations for support staff and learners with regard to learning objectives and next steps for future progress in this regard.
• ​​​​​​​To maintain discipline in accordance with school policies at all times and to encourage positive practise in relation to general behaviour and approach to school life.
• ​​​​​​​To set homework, according to the homework policy, and to mark it with comments that will be helpful to both the pupil and parent.
• ​​​​​​​To maintain cordial and informative relationships with parents.
• ​​​​​​​To provide support for the children in a broad range of situations both on and off-site.
• To work as part of a team with the teachers and assistants within the assigned year group and the rest of the school staff.
•  To liaise with other teachers in the school to ensure continuity between classes and departments. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Be a fully qualified teacher.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who values children.
• Have high, though realistic expectations of the children.
• Have a thorough up-to-date knowledge of the teaching year group curriculum.
• Be IT literate and be able to use interactive whiteboard technology.
• Be committed to making a difference to all children of all abilities and talents, using a variety of teaching styles to aid learning.
• Be a committed, dynamic and pro-active teacher and a cheerful, friendly and cooperative member of the staff.
• Be supportive and positive in their interactions with team members and pupils.
• Maintain excellent levels of appearance, attendance and punctuality.
• Involve themselves fully in the life of the school.
• Value, and be willing to promote, the caring ethos of the school.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.