Reception Class Teacher
Wetherby Preparatory School
Marylebone
- New
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Apply by:
- 1 May 2026
Job overview
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Wetherby Preparatory School is an independent boys’ preparatory school set in the dynamic area of Marylebone in London. Wetherby prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations.
Wetherby Prep School is excited to announce the launch of our new Reception class from September 2026. This addition complements the established early years provision at Notting Hill and Kensington, extending the success of our highly regarded Pre-Prep programs for boys aged 4 to 8. The successful candidate will work closely with the Notting Hill Reception team implementing the curriculum in the first year of operation.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly encouraged.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, prepare and implement the agreed school curriculum to cater for the needs of all children within the assigned class and any other class taught.
Provide well planned, engaging learning experiences and support for all learners and to deliver a diverse, relevant and differentiated (where appropriate) curriculum for all children in the class.
Observe and evaluate the progress of each child
Provide a warm, friendly and supportive atmosphere that is conducive to the social and emotional needs of the children within the class.
Maintain discipline in accordance with school policies at all times and to encourage positive practise in relation to general behaviour
Create an engaging, stimulating and relevant learning environment through displays and classroom organisation.
Maintain cordial and informative relationships with parents.
Work as part of a team with the teachers and assistants within the assigned year group and the rest of the school staff.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
Hold a relevant teaching qualification with a passion for education.
Value and inspire every child to reach their full potential.
Set ambitious yet realistic goals to support student success.
Have a strong, up-to-date knowledge of the curriculum for your year group.
Confidently use IT to enhance teaching and learning.
Adapt teaching styles to engage and support children of all abilities and talents.
Be a proactive, dynamic, and positive member of staff.
Foster a collaborative and uplifting environment for students and colleagues.
Demonstrate excellent appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
Get involved in the wider life of the school community.
Promote and uphold the school’s supportive and inclusive ethos.
Previous experience teaching in a London pre-prep would be desirable
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
About Wetherby Preparatory School
Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with over 119 premium private schools spanning six continents providing premium education to over 85,000 students ensuring they all receive a first-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
We offer you the chance to work/live in an exciting new location, collaborate with passionate educators, develop your skills, and grow in a role that inspires you.
Please visit our careers site for further information and to see our latest opportunities - https://careers.inspirededu.com/
About Wetherby Preparatory School
Wetherby Preparatory School is an independent, selective day school for boys aged 7 to 13. The prep school first opened in central London in 2004 and has 380 pupils on roll. The school’s motto is “Participes Civitatis” (being part of a community).
Values and vision
Wetherby Preparatory School has developed a reputation over the years as one of the most sought-after prep schools for boys in Central London. We attribute that success, of course, to a meticulously planned academic curriculum, which sees our boys continue their senior education at some of the most prestigious schools, but then there is our extraordinary range of sporting, club and excursion opportunities, which introduces our boys to such varied experiences, endowing them with the life skills to address new challenges with a spirit of optimism and flexibility of outlook. We promote a “can do” culture at our school, one in which boys are equipped with a value system that serves and supports them throughout their time with us and well into the future, helping them to become the well-balanced, responsible young men that they do.
But, this is not achieved by us in isolation. We believe strongly in a “Wetherby Community”. A productive relationship between parents and school is integral to our boys’ success story. We do not wish to keep our parents at arm’s length, indeed we welcome your engagement with us. Being a Wetherby parent is just as important as being a Wetherby boy and we look forward to meeting you and getting to know you over the years to come.
ISI Report
“Pupil’s personal development is excellent. Relationships between staff and pupils are of the highest quality. As they progress through the school, pupils learn to be tolerant, courteous and considerate of others. Behaviour is usually excellent. The boys are extremely proud of their school. They are confident in their own abilities and aspire to excellence in all areas of school life. Excellent pastoral care is provided by all staff, both teaching and non-teaching, which contributes most effectively to the pupils’ development.
The progress and achievement of pupils in lessons is excellent. This success is enhanced by dynamic, specialist teaching and the boys’ determination to succeed. They are extremely positive about the quality of education provided and have excellent attitudes to learning. The school fully meets its aim of providing ‘an education in the round’, with exceptional breadth in its extra-curriculum programme, enabling pupils to achieve highly in a great range of activities, from singing to fencing. The pupils also benefit from many day and residential visits, including several trips abroad. The excellent curriculum contributes effectively to learning with a particular strength in English and mathematics. The best teaching is excellent.”
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