Key Stage 2 Teacher from September 2023

WETHERBY PREPARATORY SCHOOL

MARYLEBONE – W1

Boys’ School (7 – 13 years, 400 on roll). Independent Preparatory (IAPS)

KEY STAGE 2 TEACHER

We seek to recruit, for September 2023, either an existing Key Stage 2 class teacher or a talented practitioner who would like to develop their career in this direction – specialism in Maths and/or English would be an advantage. Applications are welcome from those with appropriate independent or maintained sector experience, including secondary schools. Outstanding Newly Qualified Teachers may be considered. 

Remuneration: Alpha Plus Group Salary Scale

Please view the school website for more information about the school and to download the application form and view the job description.

www.wetherbyprep.co.uk/contact/working-at-wetherby-prep/

Please email applications admin@wetherbyprep.co.uk or post to:

Wetherby Preparatory School, Bryanston Square, London W1H 2EA – 020 7535 3520

www.wetherbyprep.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 28 March 2023

Only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be responded to.

Alpha Plus Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as an employee of APG you are expected to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff within APG Schools and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organisation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to: Headmaster, Senior Management Team (SMT)

Introduction

The post holder will be a member of the teaching staff at Wetherby Preparatory School and will hold responsibility for delivering the Key Stage 2 curriculum to year groups 3, 4, 5 and 6 as delegated by the Headmaster.

Main Responsibilities

1.    Teaching and Learning

• To teach all subjects as required to a class of pupils, undertaking all of the duties expected of a class teacher.
• To maintain a good up-to-date knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum and assessment procedures, as well as understanding current research on the theme of teaching and learning.
• To use a range of technology and software appropriate to the year group.
• To provide a stimulating learning environment through display, that is routinely maintained.
• Teach a range of subjects including Mathematics, English, Science, Geography, History, TPR, Reasoning and PSHE.
• To ensure appropriate textbooks and related equipment is ordered and maintained in conjunction with the SMT.
• Abide by the objectives and targets of the school, and follow the procedures and practices utilised in all aspects of the work, including computerised and manual systems and the maintenance of relevant records.
• To write reports on the boys in his/her care.
• To document planning for the short, medium and long term.
• To attend curriculum meetings with respect to the Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 curriculum.
• Fulfil personal requirements where appropriate with regard to school policies and procedures, particularly safeguarding, health and safety, equal opportunities, customer care and promotion of the school’s core values.
• To undertake a certain amount of administration and other tasks related to the post either at the direction of the SMT or by using his/her initiative.

2.    Pastoral

• To play a full part in the life of the School and to undertake pastoral/supervisory duties as required.

·      To care about every pupil in the School, getting to know their personalities and taking responsibility for their welfare and social well-being.

3.    Values

• To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest standard and to reflect that high standard in dress and general appearance.
• To exercise appropriate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality in the carrying out of all duties described above.

4.    Professional development

·      To attend relevant CPD training each year.

·      To take an active role in developing skills, behaviours and attributes which contribute to ongoing learning, as well as benefitting the children and the School.

·      To contribute, as appropriate, to departmental policies, schemes of work, digital learning and other resources as well as development planning.

5.    General

• To attend INSET as deemed appropriate to the post by the SMT.
• To attend Staff Meetings, Parents’ Evenings and any other school functions as required by the SMT.
• To attend any courses deemed necessary by the SMT for the continuation and improvement of the School and its boys.
• To carry out any additional duties which may from time to time be required by the SMT.
• To organise and/or assist with any clubs, residential field trips and day visits to local sites of educational interest.

The salary for Key Stage 2 Teacher is set according to the Salary Scale of the Alpha Plus Group. The Alpha Plus Group provides its own private pension scheme for all staff

(You) have responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of boys and young people for whom you are responsible, or with whom you come into contact in the school. It is your responsibility to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times. If at any time you identify any instance that a child or young person is at risk you must report your concerns immediately to the Designated Senior Person or the Headmaster

Note: This job description is indicative of the duties and responsibilities of the post but does not form part of any contract of employment. All jobs within the school evolve over time and their features vary from year to year.