KS2 Teacher - Science, Computer Science & STEAM for September 2021

We are an independent school with a strong family and community ethos and are looking for a teacher who is enthusiastic about Science, Computer Science and/or STEAM.  First and foremost, we are looking for a dynamic and inspirational teacher with a positive attitude, who is willing to take on new challenges and who is an excellent team player. Secondly, for a teacher with a strength in one, two or all of the three areas listed and a willingness to develop in the others. Our pupils enjoy a generous timetable allocation for these subjects and are enthusiastic about their learning. This opportunity could be full time or 0.5FTE part time position. If it were a full-time position, there would be other teaching responsibilities appropriate to the successful candidate’s experience. 

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

St Edward’s Prep is an independent prep school that provides a safe, happy environment in which children develop a love of learning and gain the confidence, character and the capability to fulfil their potential. A school in which pupils develop a passion for and awareness of the world, that empowers them to act and make it a better place for all.

St Edward’s Prep has been providing first-class education for boys in Reading for over 60 years. Our school has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching, small class sizes, academic rigour and the traditional values we encourage in a warm and caring environment. Over the last few years we have been developing an exciting approach to teaching across the school that encourages pupils to enquire, ask questions and develop a deeper understanding of the world they live in. This has naturally led us to start welcoming girls to our Reception class from September 2021.

WISHFORD SCHOOLS 

St Edward’s Prep is proud to be part of Wishford Schools group. Founded in 2011, the group currently comprises nine independent schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Kent. The group aims to provide an excellent education to all pupils, giving every child the opportunity to shine. Standards and expectations are high, and staff and pupils are challenged and supported to give their best.  

Schools work closely with the group’s senior leaders to define the School’s strategy and then enjoy the autonomy to run their schools, while benefiting from the support that membership of the group brings. In addition to strategic input and the sharing of best practice, the group provides expertise in property, legal, HR, finance, compliance and marketing matters leaving Heads with time to focus on the children within their care. In addition, Heads work closely with an Advisory Board of experienced school leaders and  each other, meaning that someone is always available to offer advice and support.  For more information on the Wishford Schools group, please visit: www.wishford.co.uk.  The full job description and person specification can be in the application pack.