Year 3 Class Teacher

Academics Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting for a Year 3 Class Teacher to join an independent school in Westminster from January 2027. The role requires QTS and a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum, with emphasis on reading, writing and mathematics.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, manage behaviour, and contribute to a positive, high-expectation learning environment across Key Stage 2.

Qualifications

• QTS and Year 3 Class Teacher with a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum.
• Experience delivering engaging lessons and managing behaviour in a primary setting.
• Able to establish clear expectations and create a positive, structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, differentiated lessons in line with the Year 3 curriculum.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across core subjects, especially English and Mathematics.
• Support pupils of varying abilities, ensuring all are challenged and supported.
• Contribute to the wider school community and school life.

Skills

KS2 knowledge

Engaging lessons

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you an experienced Year 3 Class Teacher or KS2 Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity within a well-established independent school?
Are you a qualified Year 3 Class Teacher with QTS who has a strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics?
Do you have proven experience delivering engaging lessons, managing behaviour and creating a positive, structured classroom environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential?

If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you. We are currently recruiting for a Year 3 Class Teacher to join an independent school in Westminster from January 2027.

Role Details:

• Year 3 Class Teacher - Full-time
• Start date: January 2027
• Independent school located in Westminster
• M3 to UPS1 - Salary dependent on experience
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Excellent opportunity to join an established independent school

Here at Academics, we are proud to be working with this fantastic independent school in Westminster, which is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive and dedicated Year 3 Class Teacher from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established school with a strong commitment to academic excellence, high standards and providing pupils with an engaging and well-rounded education. The school offers a positive and supportive working environment, with a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

The school is particularly keen to appoint a teacher with strong KS2 knowledge and confidence in delivering engaging and challenging lessons across the curriculum. The successful candidate will be able to establish clear expectations, build positive relationships with pupils and create a stimulating classroom environment where children are motivated to learn and achieve.

The successful candidate will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and differentiated lessons in line with the Year 3 curriculum.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across core subjects, particularly English and Mathematics.
• Support pupils of varying abilities, ensuring all children are appropriately challenged and supported.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community and take an active interest in school life.

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers across the M3 to UPS1 pay scale. Teachers with previous independent school experience would be advantageous, although applications are also welcomed from strong mainstream primary practitioners looking to move into the independent sector.

This role is particularly suited to an ambitious and dedicated teacher looking to develop their career within an independent school environment.

For further details about the role or to discuss your suitability, Interviews will be held ASAP.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.