Teacher (KS2)

The Richard Pate School; Leckhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Free parking on site

Subsidised lunches

Job summary

An independent day school in Leckhampton is seeking a qualified KS2 teacher starting in September 2026. The role includes teaching a KS2 class and being a subject leader for one curriculum area. Candidates must have QTS and be outstanding practitioners committed to raising standards and supporting pastoral care. The school offers a positive working environment with supportive colleagues, ongoing professional development, and a commitment to children's education and well-being through a structured approach.

Qualifications

• Qualified with QTS and experience teaching a range of subjects to KS2.
• Outstanding classroom practitioner focused on individual needs of pupils.
• Capable of effective communication with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Able to communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS2 class and be a subject leader for one curriculum area.
• Support the pastoral care of students and enhance their learning experience.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to curriculum improvements.

Skills

Qualified with QTS

Experience teaching KS2

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Effective communication skills

Enthusiastic team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

The Richard Pate School is owned and operated by Pate’s Grammar School Foundation. It is a successful co‑ed independent day school (Monday – Friday) for 3-11year olds. The School is set in a beautiful 11-acre semi‑rural site in Leckhampton on the outskirts of Cheltenham. We offer children a broad education in modern, purpose‑built facilities, which includes music, sport, art, languages and drama and a varied extra‑curricular programme. The School has an excellent record of admissions to both grammar and independent schools, with 52% moving on to grammar schools and a large number gaining scholarships to independent schools.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate to fill the role of KS2 teacher from September 2026.

In summary the role is as follows:

• Full time permanent post
• Salary is competitive, based on experience and qualifications
• Responsibility for teaching a KS2 class
• Subject leader for one curriculum subject area in KS2

To be successful in this role you must be:

• Qualified with QTS and have experience of teaching a range of subjects to KS2.
• An outstanding classroom practitioner focused on raising standards and supporting the pastoral care and individual needs of every pupil.
• Enthusiastic about being part of a supportive team, prepared to immerse yourself fully into school life.
• Capable of communicating effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Willing to engage in pedagogical reflection and development, and to contribute to ongoing improvements in learning and curriculum design and delivery.
• Experienced leading drama as a subject (desirable, but not essential)
• Respectful of the School’s aims and values.

In return, we offer you:

• A positive working environment, with friendly and supportive colleagues.
• A strong commitment to on‑going professional development and lifelong learning
• Children who are enthusiastic to learn, with outstanding behaviour
• Free parking on site and subsidised lunches during term time.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.

Further Information

Further information can be found in the job Information Pack on the school website (www.richardpate.co.uk), along with policies (including ‘Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy and Procedure, including Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Recruitment Privacy Notice’).

To apply for this role:

Please download our Application Form and Information Pack below.

Completed applications should be posted to

Applications must be received by midday on 13 April 2026.

NB CVs will not be accepted in place of an application form, but may be submitted as additional supporting documentation.

Interviews: short‑listed candidates will be invited for interview on 30 th April 2026.

Start Date: 1 September 2026

Equality Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects our community. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates. We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups.

Candidates who have a disability or any other special requirements should let the School know if there are any reasonable adjustments they would like the School to make as part of the recruitment process.

Pate’s Grammar School Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the School. We make sure that all our staff are trained and supervised to a high standard so they can provide safe, effective practice.

All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes the disclosure of criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to complete an enhanced criminal record disclosure (DBS check including Barred List check) and undergo our pre‑employment screening. As a regulated sector we are required to undertake online checks and ask for references prior to interview, by applying for this role you are consenting for us to contact your referees. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 therefore you will be asked to disclose all previous convictions not exempt under amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Pate’s Grammar School Foundation is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects our community. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates. We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups.