Reception Teacher

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, committed and well qualified reception teacher to join us at Saint Felix School. As our Reception Teacher you will uphold and actively promote the ethos of Saint Felix School and to deliver outstanding teaching and learning to our pupils.

Saint Felix School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for children aged from 2 – 18, located close to the glorious seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk coast. Our aim is to develop well-rounded students with the skills and the personality to make a success of their lives during and after their school years.

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified Reception Teacher for this permanent teaching position starting in September 2023. We welcome applications from experienced teachers as well as those early in their teaching career.

You will join our successful pre-prep department where pupils are taught in idyllic settings that provide a safe, stable environment where they can take their first steps towards a happy, independent life. The team of teachers work well together allowing pupils to thrive.

As our Reception teacher you will,

• Be responsible to the Head of the Prep Department for all teaching duties and responsibilities.
• Work closely and professionally with the members of the Nursery and Pre-Prep and Prep Departments.
• Contribute towards the preparation of programs of work, half- termly planning and termly planning overviews as directed by the Head of Prep, Key Stage and Subject Leads.
• Be able to set clear targets based on prior attainment, for pupils’ learning.
• Provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils.
• Undertake all other classroom duties, including out-of-school activities and outings, care of the environment and corridor/class displays effectively.
• Take part in and contribute effectively towards weekly departmental and fortnightly staff meetings to discuss curriculum, pastoral, and other matters.
• Plan for, organise and direct the work of the designated Class TA, (Gap Student or Support Staff) within the class setting.
• Prepare and deliver topical Assemblies as outlined on the School Calendar of Events.
• Support the school with retention and recruitment of pupils.

As a teacher at Saint Felix school you will be joining a fantastic school that comprises of passionate staff and hardworking pupils. You will be welcomed by all and become part of the family feel school.

As part of the Inspired Learning Group of schools staff at Saint Felix also benefit from;

• Competitive Salary, with annual reviews
• Childcare fee discount
• Pension scheme
• Refer a friend scheme up to £750
• Health plan that provides significant coverage such as optical, dental, dental accident, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concession. Access to Doctor line from anywhere in the world, scanning such as MRI, CT and PET scan
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Westfield rewards (discounts from various high street and online outlets).

We look forward to your application, all applicants will be considered and contacted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

For a full job description or to discuss the opportunity further please do not hesitate to contact us.

Saint Felix School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).