KS2 Class Teacher

Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B12 0EJ

21 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  3 December 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,627.00 Annually (Actual)

KS2 Class Teacher job summary

About Harper Bell

Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School is a welcoming, family-oriented Christian primary school close to Birmingham City Centre, where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve.

This is an exciting time to join Harper Bell. The school has made significant improvements through a rapid and focused improvement journey, strengthening teaching and learning, developing a carefully sequenced curriculum and establishing high expectations for behaviour and achievement. Our committed staff team is building on this progress with clear direction, shared ambition and a determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every pupil.

Following our recent Ofsted inspection, we look forward to sharing the final report when it becomes available. We are proud of the progress our school community has made and are seeking dedicated teachers who will contribute fully to the next stage of Harper Bell’s development.

Purpose of the role

You will carry out the full range of class teacher duties: planning, teaching, assessment, classroom management, safeguarding, communication with families and contribution to the wider school. You will be accountable for pupils’ progress, behaviour and wellbeing, with support appropriate to your career stage.

KS2 vacancy from December 2026 to July 2027

Experience of teaching the Year 6 curriculum and preparing pupils for KS2 SATs is particularly desirable. The role includes the following duties where relevant to the allocated class:

• Where allocated Year 6, prepare pupils for statutory KS2 tests in reading, mathematics and grammar, punctuation and spelling, alongside accurate teacher assessment in writing and science.

• Undertake agreed assessment administration duties in accordance with current guidance, including secure handling of materials, authorised access arrangements, accurate records and moderation.

• Use assessment analysis to target teaching and support pupils’ confidence and wellbeing; contribute to secondary transition and end-of-year handovers.

• Support other statutory assessment responsibilities relevant to the allocated class, including the Year 4 multiplication tables check where applicable.

  Person requirements and application information

  What we are looking for

  • Relevant classroom or teaching experience, including training placements, and readiness to undertake full class teacher duties in the phase applied for.

  • Secure phase curriculum knowledge; ability to plan, model, teach, assess and adapt learning, with strong English and mathematics skills.

  • High expectations, effective behaviour routines and an inclusive approach for pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and those learning English as an additional language.

  • Sound safeguarding understanding, professional boundaries and the ability to communicate effectively with families and colleagues.

  • Organisation, reliable record keeping, digital competence and willingness to act on coaching and feedback.

  • Commitment to the school’s Seventh-day Adventist Christian ethos, equality and the wider life of the school.

  Please read the separate job description and person specification for your chosen vacancy. Prior experience of the relevant statutory assessments is desirable; willingness and ability to carry out the applicable assessment duties is essential.

  What we offer

  A welcoming school community, a collaborative team, an established curriculum and shared resources, weekly instructional coaching, mentoring and professional development. Applicable PPA time and statutory induction support and timetable reductions will be provided for eligible ECT appointments.

  How to apply

  Apply through MyNewTerm, clearly identifying the vacancy you are applying for. Explain how you meet the person specification and your readiness for full class responsibility. State your qualification status, current teacher-training arrangements and ECT induction stage where relevant.

  Provide a complete employment and education history, explain gaps and give two suitable referees, including your current or most recent employer as appropriate. A CV alone will not be accepted. Visits are warmly welcomed: contact the School Office on 0121 693 7742 and Andre Castello for further information

  KS2 closing date: 3rd December 2026 (interview date w/c 7th December)

  Early closure and reasonable adjustments

  The school reserves the right to close either vacancy before its advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received or a suitable candidate is identified. Shortlisting, interviews and appointment may take place before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. Please tell us if you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

  Safeguarding and safer recruitment

  Safeguarding responsibilities

  • Follow Keeping Children Safe in Education, safeguarding policies and the staff code of conduct; recognise, record and report concerns promptly to the appropriate person.

  • Follow procedures for concerns about adults, low-level concerns and whistleblowing; maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries and secure records.

  • Complete required safeguarding training; follow online safety, data protection, health and safety and risk-assessment procedures, and report hazards.

  • Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, integrity and sound judgement; meet deadlines, take responsibility and seek support promptly.

  Safer recruitment

  Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both posts involve regulated activity with children. Postholders must follow safeguarding procedures, maintain professional boundaries and report concerns promptly.

  Appointment is subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS certificate with children’s barred list information, references, identity, right to work, relevant qualifications, prohibition from teaching and other applicable checks. Relevant overseas checks, childcare disqualification checks where applicable, and confirmation of fitness for the role will also be required. Online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence.

  The posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to the applicable exceptions and filtering rules. Protected convictions and cautions do not need to be disclosed and will not be taken into account. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from regulated activity with children.

  We welcome applications from candidates who meet the role requirements and will support the school’s Christian ethos. We are committed to fair recruitment and equality of opportunity.

  Please read the relevant job description and person specification, together with the child protection and safeguarding policy
  Safeguarding policy: See attached
  

  The duties described are not exhaustive. Reasonable additional responsibilities may be required within the scope of the post, working pattern and applicable conditions of employment. Professional expectations reflect the Teachers’ Standards and relevant training or induction requirements.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Seventh Day Adventist, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 138 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Harper Bell Seventh-day Adventist School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harper-bell-seventh-day-adventist-school

Join the Harper Bell SDA Primary School Team – Where Passion Meets Purpose

Harper Bell SDA Primary School, located in Birmingham, is more than just a place of learning—it's a vibrant, inclusive community dedicated to nurturing the minds and hearts of the next generation. Rooted in Christian values and a strong ethos of inclusivity, the school welcomes staff and pupils from all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and the unique value of every individual.

Why Work With Us?
Inspiring Mission: Make a meaningful impact by fostering children's intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth in a nurturing environment.

Supportive Culture: Collaborate with passionate educators who are committed to excellence and student success.

Professional Development: Access ongoing training and career advancement opportunities to help you grow and thrive.

Wellbeing Focus: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a school that prioritises staff wellbeing.

Competitive Package: Benefit from a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Inclusive Environment: We are proud of our inclusive ethos—everyone is welcome, regardless of race, religion, gender, or background.

If you're passionate about education and want to be part of a school that values both excellence and compassion, Harper Bell SDA Primary School could be the perfect fit for your next career move.

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