Lower KS2 Class Teacher: Inspire, Lead & Grow

Dorset Council; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council is seeking a motivated Lower KS2 Class Teacher to join a friendly, supportive team. Salary on Main Teachers' Pay Scales M1-M6, 32.5 hours per week, with a fixed-term contract until April 2027 to cover staff absence.

We value relationships, curiosity, and high-quality teaching that helps every child reach their potential. Applications are encouraged early, with visits available upon request.

Qualifications

• Has a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives.
• Is passionate about providing a caring, nurturing environment, sympathetic to Christian values.
• Is or has the potential to be an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Has an interest in the curriculum including keen to lead subject area(s).
• Has a passion for inclusion and can inspire and motivate our learners.
• Has high expectations and a drive to enable pupils to be the best that they can be.
• Is able to promote high standards of behaviour.
• Has the desire to grow, learn and lead.
• Has a positive and optimistic approach; are proactive and confident.
• Uses resources, intellect, creativity, and innovation to be successful.
• Be committed to partnership, collaboration and sharing.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate pupils through high-quality teaching.
• Create engaging learning experiences to support every child’s potential.
• Lead and develop subject areas as needed within the curriculum.
• Promote high standards of behaviour and foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Passion for education

Inclusion and motivation

Positive and proactive approach

Ability to lead subject areas

Job description

Dorset Council is seeking a motivated Lower KS2 Class Teacher to join a friendly, supportive team. Salary on Main Teachers' Pay Scales M1-M6, 32.5 hours per week, with a fixed-term contract until April 2027 to cover staff absence.

We value relationships, curiosity, and high-quality teaching that helps every child reach their potential. Applications are encouraged early, with visits available upon request.