Class Teachers
John Keats Primary School, London, SE16 3FN21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Autumn term
Closing date
24 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 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 (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main payscale (Inner London)
What skills and experience we're looking for
To provide high-quality teaching and care for a designated class or group of pupils, ensuring their education and welfare align with the Teachers’ Standards, the requirements of the Primary Curriculum, and the school’s aims, values, and policies.
The role includes fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
As a Class Teacher, you will also contribute to the collective responsibility for the welfare, discipline, and holistic development of all pupils within the school community, working collaboratively to uphold our shared commitment to excellence and equity in education.
Planning and Teaching
- Take ownership of the classes and groups assigned to you by the Headteacher, embracing the opportunity to inspire and nurture every pupil.
- Deliver lessons with skill, creativity, and empathy, ensuring each child feels valued and supported.
- Maintain the highest standards of education, fostering a learning environment where pupils are motivated, curious, and fully engaged.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver captivating learning experiences tailored to meet the diverse needs of your learners, aligning with the school’s innovative curriculum.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, structuring lessons to maximise understanding and progression.
- Cultivate independent, confident learners who demonstrate resilience and a love for learning.
- Ensure all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have their individual needs met and are given the tools to succeed.
- Work collaboratively with classroom support staff, ensuring their skills are utilised effectively to enhance the learning experience for all pupils.
Classroom Management
- Create a vibrant, inspiring classroom where displays and working walls showcase and support pupils’ learning, bringing their achievements and current topics to life.
- Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere by promoting excellent behaviour, consistently aligning with the school’s behaviour policy.
- Champion the social and emotional well-being of pupils, ensuring a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
- Build strong pastoral connections with pupils, offering guidance and encouragement to help them thrive both academically and personally.
Monitoring, Assessment and Recording
- Keep a close eye on each pupil’s progress, using assessments and evaluations to celebrate achievements and identify areas for growth, all in line with statutory requirements and school policies.
- Harness the power of data to track progress, inform your teaching, and ensure every child is reaching their full potential.
- Play an active role in the school’s continuous improvement by contributing to the annual self-evaluation programme, helping shape the future of teaching and learning.
- Collaborate on the moderation of learning and achievements to maintain consistency and celebrate excellence across the school community.
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
- Phone number
- 02039558176
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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