KS1 / KS2 Class Teacher - Wandsworth

Clarus Education

  • Wandsworth, South West London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
KS1 / KS2 Class TeacherWandsworthSeptember 2025 start dateFull timeMPS/UPSJob overviewDo you have the skills to teach the children of today and leaders of tomorrow? Our school is a dynamic, emotionally intelligent primary school with a creative approach to education. A passion for learning is interwoven across all aspects of school life and empowers all learners (children and adults) to thrive.We are looking for a talented, innovative and dedicated KS1 / KS2 Class teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be someone who is passionate about teaching to the highest standard, committed to maintaining a healthy, comfortable environment, and who has the ability to develop their practice.MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSTTo perform the duties of a teacher as outlined in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions document. The post-holder will be expected to manage all aspects of teaching and learning as set out in the Teachers Standards document.Responsibilities:
  • To be fully aware of and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the Children Act 2004 and Working Together in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people.
  • To ensure that senior staff / designated safeguarding leads are made aware and kept fully informed of any concerns which you may have in relation to safeguarding and/or child protection
  • To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and inclusive curriculum for all pupils.
  • To be an effective and reflective classroom teacher able to demonstrate and share good practice.
  • To provide relevant assessment information to monitor the overall progress and development of all pupils.
  • To encourage pupil's motivation and enthusiasm, securing positive attitudes to learning and high standards of behaviour and discipline across the school.
  • To contribute to the raising of standards.
  • To have good knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum and stay informed of current initiatives.
MAIN SCALE TEACHERPerson Specification
  • Qualified Teacher Status.
  • An understanding of the LA's Equal Opportunities Policy, and an ability to put this into practice within the Education Service.
  • Appropriate age-related experience and/or specialist subject knowledge.
  • Knowledge of the development and operation of the National Curriculum/Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.
  • Understanding of the class teacher's responsibilities for meeting the needs of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly to a variety of groups.
  • Ability to plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate pupils' learning to include accurate record keeping.
  • Ability to provide for a variety of learning styles.
  • Ability to effectively manage and motivate pupils.
  • Ability to work as part of a team, develop positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers, and where appropriate outside agencies.
  • Willingness to run an after-school club.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.#INDPTLDN22

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