Prep Teacher

TES FE News; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A traditional prep school in Wilmslow is looking for a dedicated Prep Teacher to join their team. This full-time role focuses on delivering engaging lessons while supporting the wellbeing of students. The ideal candidate should have experience in Prep / Key Stage 2 and a passion for teaching. Salary ranges from £34,830 to £42,750, with additional benefits like pension contributions and free meals.

Benefits

APTIS pension with 17.5% contribution

Life insurance 4x salary

Free school meals

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified teacher with relevant experience.
• Experience in Prep school is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Create a supportive classroom environment.
• Support pastoral care and wellbeing.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Experience in Prep / Key Stage 2

Ability to build strong relationships

Creativity in teaching

Passion for teaching

Job description

Overview

An inspiring place to teach. A magical place to learn.

Pownall Hall School is a traditional prep school with a magical reputation, where muddy boots and big smiles are part of everyday life. From our Forest School and wildlife pond to our Boddington Theatre, science lab and sports facilities, children are given every opportunity to shine - and our teachers are given the space and support to inspire.

We are seeking a dedicated and highly experienced Prep Teacher to join our team, ideally with Prep school experience and knowledge of the 11+ entrance exam process.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that build firm foundations for learning
• Creating a safe, supportive classroom where every child feels valued
• Working alongside specialists in Maths, English, Science, Performing Arts, DT, Art, PE and Games, IT, French and German, History, and Forest School
• Supporting the pastoral care and wellbeing of the children in your class
• Contributing to the wider life of the school, from trips to extra-curricular clubs

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is a qualified teacher with experience in Prep / Key Stage 2
• Brings warmth, creativity and structure to their teaching
• Works well as part of a team and builds strong relationships with pupils and parents
• Has a genuine passion for teaching
• Prep school experience is preferred but not essential for the right candidate

Role Details

• Full-time, term time only
• Salary range £34,830 – £42,750
• APTIS pension with school contributing 17.5%
• Life insurance 4x salary
• Free school meals, free on-site parking

How To Apply

Please download, complete and return the Pownall Hall School Application Form, along with a cover letter addressed to Mr David Goulbourn, Headmaster, via email to [e-mail]

Our Commitment To Safeguarding

Pownall Hall School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates – full details are in our Safer Recruitment Policy on our website. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.