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Year 5/6 Teacher with KS2 Phase Lead

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Start date: 1st September 2025

We are seeking an outstanding Year 5/6 Class Teacher who can also lead across Key Stage 2 (2 classes) with enthusiasm and a high level of commitment. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and creative educator to make a significant impact on the lives of our children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, enriching, and inclusive classroom practice for Year 5/6 pupils 
• Lead and inspire the KS2 teaching team, driving continuous improvement
• Maintain high expectations for children's achievement, behaviour, and personal development
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to deliver outstanding teaching and learning
• Inspire and challenge pupils, helping them reach their full potential

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience as a highly effective Key Stage 2 Teacher
• Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning for all
• Demonstrate secure understanding of SEND needs. 

Desirable qualities:

• Passion for outdoor learning and environmental education
• Experience in leading whole-school initiatives or projects
• Innovative teaching methods and a creative approach to the curriculum
• Middle leader qualification

Why join Staunton on Wye Primary School?

At Staunton, our ENRICHING curriculum plants the seeds of knowledge to grow and flourish. Our CARING environment and eco culture fosters a deep sense of belonging - rooting children in the community. We celebrate every child's unique skills, talents, and interests, nurturing personal growth through outstanding OPPORTUNITIES. 

• We offer a supportive and friendly school environment with a strong commitment to staff well-being.
• Our colleagues are approachable and our team create a family-like atmosphere.
• We also provide excellent opportunities for professional development and support for career progression. 

If you have the drive, ambition, and commitment to lead across Key Stage 2 and inspire our pupils, we'd love to hear from you. We warmly welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a time. 

Staunton on Wye Primary School is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre-employment checks will be conducted in accordance with KCSIE.  The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

For more information contact

Please contact the school office at admin@staunton-on-wye.hereford.sch.uk 

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