Early Years Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school in London seeks an enthusiastic Early Years Class Teacher for maternity cover. This full-time role involves nurturing young learners, ensuring their academic and personal development in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, including a university degree and qualified teacher status, along with a passion for working with children. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a love of learning and providing a world-class education. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young students while being part of a global community of schools.

Qualifications

• University degree and qualified teacher status required.
• Prior teaching experience and digital competence essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective teaching and support students' development.
• Promote social, emotional, and physical growth in children.

Skills

Digital Competence

Teaching Experience

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

University Degree

Qualified Teacher Status

PGCE or Equivalent

Job description

Early Years Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

About the School - Charterhouse Square School
Charterhouse Square is a non-selective, co-educational independent school based in the City of London for students aged 3-11 years. The school has excellent transport links, with the Elizabeth line, Farringdon mainline and Barbican tube all within a 5-minute walk. With a friendly and unpretentious approach, Charterhouse Square School offers education from Nursery and Early Years through to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

At Charterhouse Square School we believe a happy and stimulating learning environment is fundamental to academic success. Students achieve exceptional academic results at 11+ from a broad and balanced curriculum, with a strong emphasis on numeracy and literacy but with ample time also dedicated to physical education and the arts.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years Class Teacher acting as Maternity Cover to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique; however, our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher, and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the role
To ensure the effective teaching of all pupils, helping them to develop both inside and outside the classroom. Support the policies and aims of the school and ensure the good social, emotional and physical development of every child.

This is a full-time position for a fixed term.

Working Hours:
8:15am – 4:15pm, term-time only

Who we are looking for:

1. University Degree
2. Qualified Teacher status
3. PGCE or equivalent
4. Prior teaching experience
5. Digital competence to utilise technology in lesson delivery
6. A willingness to play a full part in a busy independent school and a love of working with young children

How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Monday 3rd February 2025.

Interviews will take place Monday 10th February 2025.

Cognita Schools are 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 practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.