Year 3 Class Teacher

Year 3 Early Years Practitioner | Akeley, Buckingham

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Akeley, Buckingham
Job Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am–5pm or 9am–6pm

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 2 Teacher to join a supportive and close-knit school community where every pupil is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

The Role

As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering a broad and engaging KS2 curriculum, creating a positive learning environment, and ensuring pupils make excellent academic and personal progress.

You will play a key role in supporting the social, emotional and physical development of pupils while contributing to the wider life of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across the KS2 curriculum.
• Set high expectations that inspire and challenge pupils.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress, using assessment data to inform teaching.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Maintain accurate records and pupil profiles.
• Prepare pupils for assessments and external examinations where required.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold high standards of discipline.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Participate in parents' evenings, school events, staff meetings and INSET days.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities, school trips, clubs and the wider school community.
• Support the school's ethos, values and commitment to pupil wellbeing.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching within Key Stage 2.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management skills.
• Has strong curriculum knowledge and a passion for teaching.
• Can inspire, motivate and engage learners of all abilities.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
• Is organised, professional and committed to continuous professional development.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to work in a highly supportive and welcoming school community.
• Small class sizes and the chance to make a genuine impact on pupils' learning and development.
• Continued professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and nurturing working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to the wider life and success of a respected independent school.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo all appropriate safeguarding and employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 Teacher looking to join a school where children are known, valued and encouraged to thrive, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.