Class Teacher

Class Teacher – Key Stage 1 and Foundation Stage

Pay Scale: M3 (Main Pay Scale)

Contract: Part‑time, 3 days per week (0.6 FTE)

September 2026

Purpose of the Role

To deliver high‑quality teaching and learning to pupils in Key

Stage 1 and the Foundation Stage, ensuring all children make good progress

academically, socially and emotionally, in line with the Early Years Foundation

Stage (EYFS) Framework and National Curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

Plan,

prepare and deliver engaging, age‑appropriate lessons aligned with the

EYFS Framework and KS1 National Curriculum

Create a

positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

Set high

expectations that support pupil achievement and positive behaviour

Use

effective assessment strategies to inform planning and next steps in

learning

Adapt

teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND, EAL and

disadvantaged pupils

Assessment and Progress

Assess,

record and report on pupils’ attainment and progress in line with school

policy

Contribute

to Early Years and KS1 statutory assessments where required

Provide

constructive feedback to pupils to support learning and development

Safeguarding and Pastoral Care

Maintain

responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all pupils

Build

strong, supportive relationships with children

Promote

positive behaviour in line with school behaviour policies

Actively

support pupils’ personal, social and emotional development

Collaboration and Communication

Work

effectively with teaching assistants and support staff

Liaise

with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and wellbeing

Contribute

to staff meetings, training and professional development

Work

collaboratively with colleagues to ensure continuity of provision across

the phase

Professional Responsibilities

Uphold

the Teachers’ Standards at all times

Engage

in professional development and performance management

Comply

with school policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements

Contribute

positively to the wider life of the school

Person Specification

Essential

Qualified

Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience

or strong knowledge of EYFS and/or KS1

Understanding

of child development and early learning principles

Strong

classroom management skills

Commitment

to inclusive practice and safeguarding

Desirable

Experience

teaching in both Foundation Stage and KS1

Experience

working in a part‑time or job‑share role

Knowledge

of phonics teaching (e.g. Read Write Inc)

Closing date for applic