Key Stage 1 Teacher

Farleigh School is inviting applications from talented and enthusiastic teachers for the full-time position, teaching pupils at KS1 within our purpose built, modern, light, spacious well-resourced Pre-Preparatory School.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be kind and caring to all, with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Have appropriate qualifications for the standard of the post
• Show aptitude and seek high academic standards in the classroom through teaching engaging and effective lessons
• Have high expectations that every child will reach their potential and be keen to celebrate their success
• Be an exceptional, creative and innovative classroom practitioner.
• Be flexible with a strong commitment to collaborative teamwork, happy to help in any areas of Pre-Prep life and can contribute positively to the work in Pre-Prep
• Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Be able to forge good relationships with pupils, parents and staff
• Be aware of current initiatives in EYFS and KS1
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of assessment for learning
• Be willing to take full involvement in extra-curricular activities within the school
• Be willing to embed the Catholic ethos of the school, and follow the Mission Statement in all aspects of school life
• Have Qualified Teacher Status
• Have a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject 
• Demonstrate a high level of EYFS and KS1 subject knowledge and the ability to deliver excellent lessons, which engage all pupils
• Demonstrate a knowledge of the current curriculum
• Demonstrate a knowledge of how to provide effectively for the needs of all children Have a positive understanding of the level of personal and professional commitment that boarding school community life requires and the extended school day during term time Be confident in the use of technology for educational delivery and be competent in undertaking the IT-related tasks required of a full-time teacher
• Be willing and able to contribute to the experience of pupils outside the classroom.
• Be willing to uphold and support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Farleigh School reserves the right to appoint at any time in the recruitment process.

Safeguarding:

Farleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) must be willing to undergo appropriate Child Protection Screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure.