KS1-KS3 Class Teacher

KS1-KS3 Class Teacher

Full-time

PermanentLocation: PeterboroughStart Date: April

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate KS1-KS3 Class Teacher to join a high-achieving, culturally rich primary school in April around the Peterborough area. This temporary role offers the chance to inspire and engage students aged 5-11 in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to offering enriching learning experiences and we strive for educational excellence. We have very high expectations and provide a nurturing, friendly and supportive environment in which everyone can thrive and achieve. we strive to create caring, thoughtful and passionate pupils.

• Quality Teaching - we have restructured our teaching team to provide smaller class sizes for many of our children, which enables a greater amount of quality first teaching to take place.
• Supportive & CollaborativeEnvironment - we maximise progress and engagement in learning through adopting and refining learning techniques that work well for our children. There is a high emphasis on talk and questioning to enable children to think and reason deeply about their learning. Feedback, including marking is given a high priority as we use it effectively to move learning on, consolidate or relearn from mistakes immediately or in dedicated follow up sessions. We also use the basics of accelerated learning techniques through TASC and enterprise activities within and beyond the curriculum.
• A Sense of Success - we believe that children need to have the basic skills in place to access deeper learning so include daily reminder, rehearsal and refinement sessions on specific handwriting, calculation, tables, spelling, punctuation and grammar, to ensure that children develop fluency in these areas which enable them to access learning across the curriculum.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).
• Key Stages 1 through Key Stages 3
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures and commitment to student welfare.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and inspire students.
• A passion for teaching, with a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons in core subjects (e.g., math, English, science, social studies).
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Use creative and interactive teaching strategies (e.g., storytelling, games, experiments).
• Prepare daily and weekly lesson plans in line with national/state curriculum standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of educational best practices and incorporate innovative teaching methods.
• Design activities that promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Establish and enforce classroom rules to maintain a positive, respectful learning environment.
• Manage student behaviour using positive reinforcement and conflict resolution techniques.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive classroom for all students.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments (quizzes, tests, projects).
• Monitor and record student progress, identifying areas needing improvement whilst providing constructive feedback to students and parents through reports and meetings.
• Foster social-emotional development through mentorship and guidance.
• Hold regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress.

What We Offer

• A permanent, full-time teaching position in an inclusive school that champions diversity and invests in its staff.
• Access to continuous professional development and tailored training to enhance your skills.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking school dedicated to student wellbeing.
• A collaborative and passionate team united by a shared vision to positively impact students' lives.

About Our School

As part of our values, we strive to enable all to achieve their potential and make good progress with their learning, provide an inclusive and tolerant community in which differences and similarities are celebrated and shared, and equip our children with a high-quality learning environment hey need to achieve success.

We continue to be rated a 'Good' school - a rating we have held since 2017 and are pleased that Ofsted reflected on the friendly and positive ethos shown at our school from both staff and pupils throughout this report.

Pupils treat each other with respect and are accepting of difference, as well as learn all about the habits of work, ethics, learning and skills. Leaders carefully plan the key knowledge they want pupils to learn over time

How to ApplyPlease send your CV or call .

About Tempest Education

Tempest Education is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to supporting schools in finding outstanding teaching and support staff. With a focus on matching the right candidates to the right roles, we work closely with schools to ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking for your first role, Tempest Education provides expert guidance, career advice, and access to a range of exciting opportunities in schools across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in a school that is moving forward with energy and ambition. If you're ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you!