Class Teacher - The John Hampden School

Buckinghamshire Council; Aston Clinton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in England is seeking a passionate teacher to deliver high-quality teaching across the KS1 curriculum. The successful candidate will create an engaging learning environment, assess pupil progress, and maintain positive relationships within the school community. This full-time permanent role offers a salary range from £32,916 to £45,352 depending on experience, with hours from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm during term times.

Qualifications

• Must comply with safeguarding policies.
• Experience in delivering high-quality teaching.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching across the KS1 curriculum.
• Create a well-resourced learning environment.
• Assess and report on pupil progress.

Skills

Passionate about curriculum delivery

Collaborative teamwork

Creativity in teaching

Commitment to educational foundation

Strive for continuous improvement

Job description

Plan and deliver high-quality teaching across the KS1 curriculum.

Create an engaging, well-resourced learning environment.

Assess, record and report on pupil progress.

Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Contribute to the wider life of the school.

Undertake appropriate professional development.

Comply with the school's policies and procedures, including safeguarding.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with barred list information. We will also conduct online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Safer recruitment procedures are in place and any appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and pre‑employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All staff have a responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.

Equality – The John Hampden School is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff; applications from individuals of any age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership are encouraged.

Qualifications and attributes

• Be passionate about delivering an exciting, engaging curriculum that brings learning to life.
• Thrive as part of a collaborative team, sharing ideas and supporting colleagues.
• Be committed to giving our pupils an outstanding foundation for their educational journey.
• Bring creativity, energy and innovation to the classroom.
• Strive for continuous improvement.

What Makes Us Special

We are a vibrant, three‑form entry infant school where children aged 3‑7 thrive, flourish and discover their passion for learning. With our own nursery provision and an outstanding local reputation, we are dedicated to giving every child the best possible start to their educational journey.

Our entire community shares the vision that children are genuinely excited to come to school, creating a culture where they love to learn. Outstanding learning environments, high expectations, excellent resources and facilities, and a supportive, friendly team put children first.

Job Details

• Term time only.
• No salary type: MPS.
• Salary details: £32,916 to £45,352 depending on experience (M1‑M6).
• Contract type: Permanent.
• Hours: Full‑time, 8:45 am – 3:15 pm daily (plus reasonable additional hours for planning, preparation and assessment).