Class Teacher

Become Part of Our Caring and Dynamic Team at Haberdashers' Elstree Schools!

About the Role

Are you an enthusiastic, passionate teacher looking to inspire young minds in a nurturing and vibrant school environment? We are seeking a dedicated Class Teacher to join our team on a 1-year fixed-term contract (FTC), starting September 2025. We are ideally looking to recruit for a KS1 teaching position.

At Haberdashers' Elstree Schools, we believe that the best learning happens when students feel supported, valued, and inspired. As a class teacher, you'll have the opportunity to create a dynamic, engaging, and creative learning experience for our pupils, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in every child. This role is more than just teaching—it's about helping every child thrive in a caring and inclusive environment where they are known, understood, and supported.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver high-quality, child-centred teaching and exceptional pastoral care.
• Plan and teach a stimulating curriculum that inspires curiosity and challenges students to reach their full potential.
• Work closely with colleagues to create an inclusive classroom where every pupil’s individual needs are met.
• Celebrate achievements and create a space where creativity, curiosity, and care thrive.
• Support the personal and academic development of your students, helping them grow both inside and outside the classroom.

Who We Are Looking For:

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or just starting your teaching journey, we’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about primary education and making a difference in the lives of children.
• Believes in fostering curiosity, creativity, and kindness.
• Is committed to providing exceptional pastoral care and academic support.
• Wants to be an active member of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary, based on experience.
• Approximately 17 weeks of holiday per year.
• Generous private pension scheme.
• Life insurance and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities to support your growth.
• Free lunch and refreshments during term time.
• Free onsite parking or access to the school’s extensive coach network.
• Access to state-of-the-art sports facilities, gym, swimming pool, and wellness programmes for staff.
• Wellbeing initiatives such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks.
• Access to an online GP service for quick healthcare advice and Vivup, our staff benefits platform offering discounts and wellbeing resources.

Why Join Us?

At Haberdashers’ Elstree Schools, we are a vibrant and inclusive community where Ambition, Curiosity, Courage, and Community are at the heart of everything we do. Our students are curious, motivated, and full of potential, and we are dedicated to ensuring that each child flourishes—academically, socially, and personally.

As part of our team, you’ll be welcomed into a warm and supportive staff body, where collaboration is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and your professional development is our priority. This is more than just a teaching role—it’s a chance to help shape the future of young learners in an environment that values every individual.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once a suitable candidate is found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under DBS filtering rules).