Pre-School, Reception or KS1 Class Teacher - Newtown School

Buckinghamshire Council; Chesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pre-School, Reception, or KS1 Class Teacher to join their vibrant community school. This full-time role, starting in September 2025, offers the opportunity to work with a talented team and a diverse group of children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to nurturing lifelong learners. With a focus on caring, curiosity, and courage, this position promises a rewarding experience in a supportive environment dedicated to professional development and community engagement.

Benefits

Support in continuing professional development

Nurturing school community

Dedicated teaching and support team

Qualifications

• An open, enquiring mind and a passion for education.
• Ability to work as part of a team, building excellent relationships.

Responsibilities

• Teach and nurture children in Pre-School, Reception, or KS1.
• Foster a caring and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Passion for education

Teamwork and collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Pre-School, Reception or KS1 Class Teacher - Newtown School

Location: Chesham

Our vibrant community school (Ofsted rated Good, last inspection March 2024) is looking for the right person, with the right ethos, to join our happy, forward-thinking community. We are seeking to appoint a passionate educator who shares our values of caring, curiosity, and courage, as well as our commitment to nurturing lifelong learners.

Salary: MPS/UPS with fringe allowance

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Interviews: will be held on Thursday 22nd May

About us

At Newtown, our values are caring, curiosity, and courage. We are a vibrant, innovative school set in the heart of the community we serve. Our two-form entry school is welcoming, nurturing, and enthusiastic. Our children are confident in their ability to learn, resilient, and considerate of others.

We can offer:

• a nurturing and welcoming school community
• a talented, dedicated, and caring teaching and support team
• an amazing group of children with diverse abilities and cultures
• support in continuing professional development
• classrooms filled with laughter and a love of learning

We are looking for a full-time class teacher to start in September 2025. This could be in our Pre-School, Reception, or KS1 class.

For more information, please see the attached job description.

About you

You will have:

• an open, enquiring mind and a passion for education
• the ability to work as part of a team, building excellent relationships with staff, parents, and children

For further information, please see the attached person specification.

Other information

Visits to the school are positively encouraged. To arrange a visit or for more information about the role, please contact Pascha Adlam at 01494 783713.

Newtown School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches, and satisfactory references before starting. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all unspent convictions and cautions, as well as certain spent convictions, as per the relevant legislation. For more details, please refer to Nacro guidance and the Ministry of Justice guidance. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will need to complete a self-disclosure form prior to interview.