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KS2 Class Teacher required for September 2025
Full-time, fixed term; Salary – M1-M6 (Outer London)
“This school provides a strong and enriched education. Pupils thrive because the school has high academic ambitions for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school’s vision, ‘life in all its fullness’, is deeply embedded in the life of the school. Pupils enjoy their learning and develop curiosity about the world around them.” Ofsted May 2024
St John the Baptist Church of England Junior School is a two form entry junior school in Hampton Wick. Our School Vision of “Life in all its fullness” is at the heart of all we do in order to provide our children with the best opportunities; academically, socially, personally and spiritually. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, creative teacher to join our friendly, experienced and growth-orientated team.
St John’s has excellent transport links, with Hampton Wick mainline station within a 5 minute walk, and many bus routes with regular services to the surrounding areas. We have a dedicated staff car park and plenty of secure cycle racks.
What St. John’s can offer you:
A passion and commitment to support you in living life in all its fullness; striking the balance between work and home life and helping you to sustain your love for teaching
A close-knit staff team who are willing to muck in and support one another
As one of our School Values, a school culture which is committed to growth – both the personal growth of individuals and the growth of our practice as a school
Children who are polite and well-mannered, who are proud of their school and who regularly receive glowing comments from those they encounter on trips and sporting events
A caring, inclusive and collaborative whole school community
Great location, close to the Thames, Bushy Park, and both Teddington and Kingston towns
What we are looking for in the next member of the team:
Someone committed to the Christian ethos of our school, where Christian values underpin our every decision and interaction;
Someone committed to nurturing and inspiring every child to live life in all its fullness, both now and in the future, seeking to build on our established successful, inclusive practices in what we believe is a crucial area of a child’s primary school experience;
Someone who is committed to growing in their practice - willing to try new things and learn with us as we explore how we can better enable every child to flourish;
Someone who wants the best for everyone, and has the passion and commitment to work with the staff team to realise this vision in our school community;
Someone who is able to nurture both children’s and adult’s talents and help them to grow;
Someone who brings other skills and interests to the staff team and who would be willing to share these through opportunities such as leading clubs or specific subject leadership responsibility.
What to do next:
Please come and visit us! Our Headteacher would be glad to meet you to discuss the role and take you on a tour of the school.
Please download the application form and the equal opportunities form, which we kindly ask you to complete and submit both forms by the deadline below.
Closing date: 9am on Thursday 26th June 2025
Interviews: Monday 30th June 2025
Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the evening of Thursday 26th June.
References will be requested prior to interview and photo identification and evidence of qualifications must be brought to the school should you be called for an interview.
The school reserves the right to remove the advert and close applications ahead of the closing date.
Safeguarding Statement
St John the Baptist CE Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Nothing we do is more important than ensuring the safety of our children. Appointments are made using safer recruitment processes, any gaps in employment will be discussed at interview, and Enhanced DBS checks are required. References will be requested prior to interview.