Key Stage One Form Teacher (fixed term contract) - Blackheath Prep

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Key Stage 1 Form Teacher – fixed term contract – Required ASAP

Blackheath Prep is seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and inspirational Key Stage One Class Teacher for a fixed term contract to being as soon as possible until July 2025. Prior experience of delivering a high pitched and engaging curriculum in this phase would be advantageous, although applications are warmly welcomed from teachers with Key Stage Two experience wishing to develop their skills in this area.  

Blackheath Prep is an independent prep school for just over 370 students aged 3 to 11. Founded in 1996, it occupies a beautiful five-acre site close to Blackheath village. Its original Georgian and Victorian buildings have been extended and adapted to include large playgrounds and extensive playing fields, tennis courts, cricket nets and a Forest School area. In April 2023 we were delighted to announce our merger with Eltham College to form a family of schools. 

It is a remarkable school with outstanding facilities, a formidable track record in academic success and impressive achievements in Music, Sport, Drama and Art. In January 2024, Blackheath Prep was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate and received outstanding feedback on every aspect of the school.

The successful candidate will have an excellent teaching record, an inclusive approach and commitment to fostering a love of learning for all children. They will also have the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with all members of the wider Blackheath Prep community and bring with them real energy, excitement and passion to the classroom.

A full job description and further information relating to the post can be found on the school website and in the applicant information pack.

Terms of Appointment

• The post is available on a fixed term contract from as soon as possible to July 2025 on a full time basis.
• A competitive salary is offered, reflecting the level of experience to date.
• Benefits include life assurance and pension scheme. Wellbeing benefits including free annual eye test, annual flu vaccination and access to our Employee Support helpline.
• Travel benefits include Season Ticket Loan and Bike2Work scheme.
• Free staff lunch and tea/coffee is provided during term time.

How to Apply

Please send by email a completed application form and equal opportunities form, together with a covering letter to Emma Over, HR and Recruitment Assistant: recruitment@blackheathprep.co.uk 

Closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 16 September 2024.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 24 September.

***Please note that the recruitment campaign might end earlier as the applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please do not delay in applying***

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Emma Over;    emma.over@blackheathprep.co.uk     020 8858 0692