THE ROLE
Francis Holland Preparatory School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and proactive professional to work as a Teacher in Key Stage Two (Maternity Cover). This opportunity would suit someone who wants to work as part of a dedicated team and has a passion for education.
The successful candidate for this post will have experience in Key Stage Two at least, with QTS or post graduate training relevant to the post. This position is fixed term for the academic year 2025-2026. Starting date 28th August 2025 until 3rd July 2026 (for three academic terms).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and teach well-structured, high-quality lessons, following the school's plans, curriculum and schemes of work
- Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge and positively support whole school initiatives
- Set and mark work carried out by the girls in class and for homework
- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of girls
- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge girls
- Promote good progress and outcomes by girls
- Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers' Standards
- Ensure that your classroom and communal areas are an environment for effective learning, as well as embracing girls' work
- Support and work collaboratively with the Specialist Teachers, and Teaching Assistants, in the Prep School
- Maintain and manage regular parental contact in order to foster and build good relationships
- Contribute to the marketing of the school through contributions to newsletters, the school magazine, the website and attending school events
- Maintain and promote your class Parent Portal
- Organise a Class Assembly once per year
- Attend school assemblies and church services
- Provide cover lesson plans for any absence
Job Application:
Applications should be submitted through via MyNewTerm. The deadline for applications is 10:00am on Tuesday 6th May 2025, with first stage interviews online later in the week. Final stage interviews will take place in person during w/c 12th May 2025. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage.