Key Stage 1 Class Teacher

• Key Stage 1 class teacher 
• Warlingham Park School 
• Salary: Dependent on Experience 
• Contract type: Permanent Full Time, Term Time 
• Start date: September 2024 

Warlingham Park School is seeking to appoint an energetic, highly motivated Key Stage 1 Class Teacher who is passionate about outstanding learning and teaching. We would like to hear from team players who will bring a genuine love of education and a commitment to pupil wellbeing and wider school life. It is an exciting time to join the school under the vision of a new Head.  

We are looking for qualified teachers with QTS who have experience of working within the KS1 curriculum. The successful teacher will show a genuine commitment to creating an inspiring and stimulating child-centred learning environment. Teachers should be committed to ongoing school improvement and feel comfortable in a climate of change and innovative development. Teachers at Warlingham Park are expected to contribute to the co-curricular programme of activities

We welcome applications from experienced or newly qualified teachers with appropriate experience.

Based in Warlingham, Surrey, Warlingham Park Preparatory School is a truly inclusive, co-educational independent school for children aged 6 months to 11 years. Here, you will find a unique family feel and small classes, plus a team of teachers that provide a tailored education to each child in a nurturing, respectful environment that promotes excellence in learning and with an emphasis on high level pastoral care. Our curriculum includes creative and performing arts and forest school and we offer a wide range of after school activities to all pupils from Reception to Year 6.

We would like to hear from you if you: 

·        Are a qualified teacher who has completed appropriate QTS teacher training 

·        Have confident about teaching a broad range of subjects within the KS1 curriculum. 

·        Have experienced in teaching within Key Stage 1 or 2. 

·        Are able to commit to and share the school’s values. 

·        Are able to meet all of the DfE Teachers’ standards 

·        Are dynamic, self-motivated and flexible 

·        Have high expectations of all pupils’ attainment, progress and behaviour 

·        Have strong digital skills – for enhancing learning and work efficiency 

·        Have a personal philosophy of teaching which reflects our approach 

·        Work effectively as part of a team, building positive relationships with colleagues 

·        Plan effectively and are sensitive to the learning needs of pupils of different abilities 

·        Regularly assesses pupils’ work formally and informally, using Assessment for Learning strategies 

·        Are approachable and confident in dealings with pupils’ parents and external agencies 

·        Have good administration skills 

·        Have good class management skills 

·        Are enthusiastic, innovative and creative with a commitment to the extra-curricular life of the school 

All staff at Warlingham Park work well together towards the schools shared goals. As a teacher at Warlingham Park school you will be made to feel welcome in our school.  

In addition to playing an important role in a growing outstanding school that has an ambitious growth agenda, you will receive a competitive salary and annual salary review. There will also be ample professional development and training opportunities, including ongoing coaching from the leadership team. 

Warlingham Park School also offer additional benefits including; 

•        Childcare fee discount 

•        A stakeholder Pension scheme

•        School lunches provided every day

•        Refer a friend scheme up to £750 

•        A comprehensive health cash plan 

•        Employee Assistance Programme 

•        Westfield rewards (discounts from various high street and online outlets) 

For an informal chat about the role please do call Annie Ingrassia, our Head, on 01883 626844. 

To apply, please complete our online application process at https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000386

We may close this opportunity early, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Warlingham Park Preparatory School and Nursery is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).