Year 23 Teacher Independent School in West Sussex January 2026

Marchant Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in West Sussex is seeking a passionate Year 23 Teacher to join their team from January 2026. This full-time permanent role involves delivering effective teaching for Year 2 and Year 3 pupils, fostering a positive learning environment. The candidate will need a Bachelor's degree in Education and QTS, alongside experience in teaching KS1 or lower KS2. The school values creativity and collaboration, providing a supportive atmosphere for both students and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent must be held.
• Experience teaching Year 2 or Year 3 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons for Year 2 and Year 3 pupils.
• Motivate learners through creative teaching strategies.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing feedback.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to tailor teaching to meet the needs of individual learners

Proven experience teaching KS1 or lower KS2 pupils

Strong understanding of the National Curriculum

Creative teaching strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

An exceptional independent school in West Sussex is seeking a passionate and dedicated Year 23 Teacher to join their team from January 2026. This full-time permanent position offers the opportunity to deliver outstanding teaching to lower Key Stage 2 pupils supporting their academic, social and emotional development. You will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values creativity, curiosity and the joy of learning.

Lower Primary Teacher Role

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

Location: West Sussex

Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

The School

This welcoming and inclusive independent preparatory school in West Sussex is known for its commitment to both academic excellence and personal growth. The school provides a nurturing well-rounded education that encourages every child to thrive in confidence, independence and kindness. With small class sizes and a supportive staff community teachers are empowered to inspire pupils through creative, engaging and well-structured lessons that build strong foundations for future learning.

Year 23 Teacher Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons for Year 2 and Year 3 pupils
• Inspire and motivate learners through a variety of creative teaching strategies
• Assess, record and monitor pupil progress providing clear feedback and setting targets for improvement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to enrich the Key Stage 1 and lower Key Stage 2 curriculum
• Foster a positive inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians to support pupil development
• Participate in staff meetings, professional learning and wider school life

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience teaching KS1 or lower KS2 pupils (Year 2 or Year 3 experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and effective assessment practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to tailor teaching to meet the needs of individual learners
• Commitment to professional growth and maintaining high teaching standards
• A collaborative, flexible approach and enthusiasm for working within a dynamic school community

Application

If this Lower Primary Teacher opportunity in West Sussex excites you please submit your application along with an updated CV. For any further queries please contact the school directly.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1