Primary Teacher

Primary Class Teacher (SEMH) Annual Salary: Paid to Scale Location: Haywards Heath Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Transportation: Driver (due to location) Contract: Permanent Job Description: Join a dedicated team at a independent school, a specialist environment committed to the education and welfare of children with special needs. We are seeking a Primary Class Teacher who is passionate about providing outstanding teaching and learning, and who thrives in a collaborative educational setting. This is a full-time, on-site role as a Primary Class Teacher. You will be responsible for lesson planning, delivering high-quality education, effectively communicating with students and colleagues, and promoting a positive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment. Plan and deliver stimulating lessons for ages 7-11. Supervise teaching assistants. Provide quality feedback to ensure student progress. Develop literacy skills and maintain high behaviour standards. Plan lessons with the Deputy Head of Teaching and Learning. Use assessments to monitor progress and set targets. Communicate regularly with parents. Maintain accurate student data. Identify and implement intervention strategies. Additional Responsibilities: Promote high achievement and positive culture. Support management in implementing changes. Foster excellent behaviour and respectful relationships. Undertake professional development and appraisal. Enforce classroom expectations and school policies. Ensure health and safety compliance. Supervise students during breaks and lunchtimes. Perform other duties as directed by management. Experience and Qualifications: Qualified teaching status. Experience in teaching young people aged between 7 - 11. Working with children with special educational needs. Experience of organising and running extra-curricular activities (preferred). A knowledge and understanding of Steiner Waldorf curriculum and ethos (preferred). Skills and Knowledge: Awareness of NC requirements of Key Stages 1 and 2. Highly skilled classroom practitioner, able to deliver a variety of teaching strategies. A strong enthusiasm for teaching and learning. The ability to support pupils with SEN. Excellent lesson planning. Effective behaviour management and motivation. The ability to work easily with colleagues and to function as part of a team. ICT competent. If you meet the above criteria, please apply to this job advert.

Location: Haywards Heath, GB

Posted Date: 6/17/2025