Independent School Teacher

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Kensington and Chelsea is seeking an experienced Year 3 or 4 Class Teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover starting in December 2025 or January 2026. The role offers the possibility of becoming permanent and involves teaching in a well-resourced environment with a high reputation. Ideal candidates will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in preparing students for 11+ exams.

Benefits

Opportunity to become permanent

Outstanding OFSTED rating

Supportive teaching environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Key Stage 2 Class Teacher in independent or mainstream schools.
• Ability to create engaging and enriched lesson plans.
• Experience working within an Independent School setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 3 or 4 students based on the National Curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality lessons in a stimulating environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and engage with parents.

Skills

Experience preparing students for 11+ exams

Confident teaching high ability children

Strong classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Are you an experienced Year 3 or 4 Class Teacher?

Would you like to work in an Independent School setting?

Would you like to work in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea?

• Fixed Term Maternity Cover
• Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
• December 2025 or January 2026 Start
• Key Stage 2 Class Teacher Role
• Full 2025/26 Academics Year Contract with Opportunity to become permanent
• Independent School Setting
• Outstanding OFSTED Rating
• MPS 2 to 6 Outer London

Academics are currently working with this very successful Independent school based in the borough of Kensington to recruit an experienced Year 3 or 4, Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join their team from December 2025 or January 2026. The role has come available sure to maternity leave and will be a fixed term contract for the academic year with options to become permanent if successful for all parties during the year.

The school has a long-standing history of well above average results and providing and exciting and enriched curriculum where children and teachers thrive. The school has strong link with the local Christian Church and Church leaders are present and involved in school life. The schools is based in central London and is well resourced in all departments with a competitive sports team and a brilliant reputation to uphold.

Applications would be most welcome from Key Stage 2 Class Teachers from Independent and Mainstream Primary school backgrounds. You will need experience of preparing children for 11+ exams and be confident teaching high ability children to reach their academic goals.

To find out more about this role and to arrange your meeting with the headteacher please get in touch today! It is essential that you have qualified teachers status to be considered for this role.