Class Teacher
John Keats Primary School, London, SE16 3FN7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
24 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
4 April 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Pay Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
Knowledge and Experience
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), bringing your expertise and passion for education to the classroom.
- Demonstrate effectiveness as a teacher, with recent, relevant experience (including teaching practice) showcasing your ability to inspire and engage learners.
- Commit to driving excellence by raising achievement levels and holding high expectations for every child’s learning journey.
- Possess a strong grasp of the Primary Curriculum, enabling you to plan and deliver impactful lessons tailored to pupils’ needs.
- Understand the stages of children’s development and how they learn, allowing you to adapt your teaching to nurture their growth.
- Have a clear understanding of Health and Safety and safeguarding requirements, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for all pupils.
Skills and Abilities
- Exhibit excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to use Standard English effectively to engage and inspire.
- Demonstrate a strong capacity for self-reflection and continuous improvement, using insights to enhance pupils' learning outcomes.
- Thrive as a collaborative team member, contributing positively to shared goals and fostering a culture of mutual support.
- Show exceptional interpersonal skills, building respectful and productive relationships with colleagues, pupils, and parents/carers.
- Work successfully with other professionals and parents/carers, ensuring a holistic approach to supporting children’s development and well-being.
- Efficiently organise and manage classroom resources to create an engaging, effective learning environment.
- Utilise IT confidently and responsibly for teaching, learning, and personal development, embracing its potential to enrich the educational experience.
Personal Qualities
- Inspire excellence by holding high expectations for both children and adults, setting the bar for achievement and growth.
- Bring an infectious passion for teaching and learning, igniting curiosity and enthusiasm in everyone you work with.
- Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and punctuality, ensuring a smooth and efficient approach to every task.
- Show confidence and initiative, making thoughtful decisions in collaboration with colleagues to drive impactful outcomes.
- Embrace teaching and learning with energy, adaptability, and a positive mindset, thriving in a dynamic school environment.
- Be deeply committed to personal and professional development, always seeking new ways to grow and improve.
- Show genuine empathy and understanding, remaining perceptive and sensitive to the diverse needs of pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive school culture with a good sense of humour that strengthens connections and builds morale.
- Face challenges head-on with resilience, determination, and an unwavering focus on success.
What the school offers its staff
- Endless Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing professional development to help you thrive in your career.
- Thriving Partnerships: Strong collaborations with schools to enhance your impact and network.
- A Happy and Supportive Team: Work alongside a motivated, friendly, and encouraging group of professionals. We are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals.
- Comprehensive Training and Development: NEST supports the continuous growth of all our staff.
- Course and Qualification Opportunities: Enhance your skills for your current role or prepare for future opportunities.
- Career Advancement: Gain qualifications that can help you progress within the organisation.
- Resources You Deserve: A well-equipped environment with the tools and support you need to succeed.
- Innovative Culture: Join an organisation that values creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy staff benefits like the Cycle to Work scheme and technology discounts.
- Special Discounts: Gain access to CSSC Benefits, BHN Extras and Blue Light Card savings, making your life outside work even better.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to johnkeatsoffice@nestschools.org
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About John Keats Primary School
- School type
- Free School, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 308 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- John Keats Primary School website
- Email address
- johnkeatsoffice@nestschools.org
At John Keats Primary School, we believe that every child’s potential is boundless, and we are dedicated to helping them soar. Our unwavering high expectations ensure that each child achieves exceptional progress, thriving in an environment where they are truly cherished. Supported by a passionate and devoted staff team, we are committed to nurturing not just the child but their family, creating a community built on care, trust, and excellence.
We are driven by the belief that every child has the ability to shine. By fostering their confidence, uncovering their talents, and fuelling their aspirations, we empower our pupils to lay the foundations for lifelong success. From their very first steps with us, we provide a forward-thinking, aspirational education that prepares them to navigate their future with determination and resilience.
Our inspiring curriculum is designed to go beyond academics, developing the whole child. Learning at John Keats is enriched by extensive opportunities outside the classroom, from stimulating school trips and visits to an impressive variety of clubs and activities. With exceptional indoor and outdoor facilities, children are encouraged to explore their interests, build new skills, and create lasting memories.
Our unique location enhances our offer further, enabling partnerships, networks, and collaborative projects with a wide range of organisations. These relationships bring exciting, real-world experiences to our pupils and professional growth for our staff, adding depth and richness to our community.
At the heart of our success is the vibrant, close-knit community that thrives here at John Keats. The strong bonds between staff, pupils, parents, and the wider community create a safe, supportive atmosphere where every child feels valued, inspired, and ready to take on the world.
"Join Us in Empowering Every Child:
A Community of Care, Trust, and Excellence at John Keats Primary School"
Arranging a visit to John Keats Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email johnkeatsoffice@nestschools.org.
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