Class Teacher

Inspired Education Group; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ivy House School, part of Inspired Education Group, is recruiting a KS1 Class Teacher for a January 2027 start on a 12-month maternity cover at our Hampstead campus. We seek an outstanding teacher who passionately supports student development, demonstrates high professional standards, and is eager to grow within a leading global schools group.

The role offers a nurturing environment with a strong pastoral framework and opportunities to develop leadership skills and deepen classroom expertise

Qualifications

• Experience as a KS1 Class Teacher.
• Understand professional responsibilities in relation to school policies and practices.
• Set a good example to pupils through presentation and conduct.
• Evaluate teaching critically to improve effectiveness.
• Establish effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Passionate about extra-curricular life of the school.

Responsabilités

• Teach whole classes, groups and individuals effectively to meet objectives and maintain momentum.
• Plan lessons and sequences to meet students' learning needs.
• Maintain high behaviour standards and expectations in the classroom.
• Participate in Performance Management programme.
• Identify pupils with SEN and coordinate targeted support.

Connaissances

KS1 Class Teacher

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Formation

QTS or equivalent

Primary teaching qualification

Description du poste

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Class Teacher

Location:

London, GB

Date: 12 Oct 2026

Application closing date: Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Ivy House School thrives as a distinguished, co-educational, and non-denominational school, for boys and girls aged 2-11, nestled within the green spaces of Golders Hill Park in Hampstead. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where each pupil’s individuality is encouraged while fostering a love for learning.

We are looking to recruit an outstanding KS1 teacher who has a passion for both teaching and learning, as well as their own professional development. We have very high standards of ourselves and our pupils, and believe that stretch and challenge are essential ingredients to real academic success. In addition to our exceptional academic outcomes, we also have an enviable reputation for the high quality pastoral structures in place. The school is keen to developing its staff, so if you are interested in deepening your expertise as a classroom teacher or have your eyes set on leadership, then Ivy House will be the school for you.

This role is for a January 2027 start for a 12 month maternity cover.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, momentum and challenge are maintained, and best use is made of teaching time
• Plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet pupils’ individual learning needs
• Secure a high standard of pupil behaviour in the classroom, throughestablishing appropriate rules and high expectations
• Participate in the school’s Performance Management program
• Identify pupils who have special educational needs, and know where to get help in order to give positive and targeted support.
• Design and adapt long, medium and short term plans for all schemes of work taught
• Mark and monitor pupils’ class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback
• Set clear targets for improvement of pupils’ achievement and monitor pupils’ progress towards those targets
• Supervision of pupils during playtime, lunchtime and for at least one school club
• Attend Staff Meetings and Briefings, Inset Days, Parents Evenings and Meetings, Open Days and School Fetes

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Experience as a KS1 Class Teacher
• Understand their professional responsibilities in relation to school policies and practices
• Set a good example to the pupils through presentation and personal conduct
• Evaluate teaching critically and use this to improve effectiveness
• Establish effective working relationships with professional colleagues where applicable
• Passionate about the extra-curricular life of the school
• Direct and line manage Teaching Assistants & support staff when needed

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.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:

Pl ease download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.