Job Description
The Levels School is an Independent Specialist Day School offering high quality education and exemplary pastoral care to students with a range of complex, specific learning differences that may include speech, language, and communication needs. Our teaching and learning provision would also meet the needs of individuals presenting with a similar learning profile to those with dyslexia and other Speech and Language Communication difficulties. Individuals with these differences often have difficulties with working memory, executive function, and speed of processing. In our experience these learners can often suffer with anxiety and have a low self-concept so we are also able to support vulnerable learners that suffer with fatigue or who may have been out of school due to anxiety
An opportunity has arisen for a Prep/KS2 teacher at The Levels School full-time from January 26/April 2026. We are interested in appointing the right person to complement our staff team.
Main Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will need to be motivated and enthusiastic. You will be joining a committed and dedicated team that have high expectations for students and work hard to ensure they achieve their maximum outcomes.
Due to our continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled, dedicated teacher to take responsibility for a KS2 class at The Levels School full-time from Jan/April 2026. We are interested in appointing the right person to complement our staff team and will adapt the role to fit the strengths of the successful candidate.
As a Prep/KS2 Teacher at The Levels School, you will be working under the direction of the Head of Prep and Lower School, and alongside the SENDCo and our existing KS2 teacher in delivering the curriculum and providing pastoral support to KS2 students. The successful candidate will be experienced across KS2. They will have day to day responsibility for their own class, including the pastoral and academic welfare of pupils.
You will need to be a qualified Teacher with experience of SEND including knowledge of the National curriculum and the teaching of Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will need to be motivated and enthusiastic with strong pedagogical skills. You will be joining a committed and dedicated team that have high expectations for students and work hard to ensure they achieve their maximum outcomes. Our students are below ARE (Age related expectations) in English and/or Maths. All having SpLD broadly in line with those experienced by dyslexia and other co-occurring difficulties.
Enthusiasm is as important as experience, as you will need to inspire as well as teach.
You will be able to demonstrate a range of multi-sensory teaching techniques and be prepared to go above and beyond for the young people we support. It is important that you are ambitious for our students and have a desire to problem solve and work as a cog in a small team to unpick the nature of their SEND so that strategies can be put in place to allow each student to achieve their maximum potential.
You will have the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team, working in a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates from mainstream or specialist education.
The role of KS2/Prep Teacher is offered on a full time, permanent basis. We are looking to appoint a flexible, adaptable and dedicated individual with experience in working with students with SpLD and some SEMH difficulties as a result of their barriers to learning.
Our Head Teacher wishes to appoint:
* An outstanding teacher with experience of teaching in Key Stage 2
* An inspirational teacher who is committed to providing high quality multi-sensory learning experiences for all children
* A creative teacher who is experienced in curriculum innovation and development
* Has a strong desire to learn and develop their practice
* Is a strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively
Please email Alison Hood humanresources@thelevelsschool.co.uk for our general teacher job description or if you have any questions.
Closing date – 17th October 2025
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a suitable number of applications.
The Levels School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references will be sought prior to your employment start date.
Ideal Candidate:
Key Skills Required
* To develop an understanding of how pupils of relevant age group(s) and ability learn; relevant learning strategies and methods. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.
* Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.
* To have experience with SEN teaching, including ASC, anxiety, and Attachment Disorder. This knowledge could be acquired through training and experience.
Package Description:
Package Description –
* Option to opt into a Salary Sacrifice Pension with Employer contribution
* Ability to opt into a Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme
* Strong emphasis on Staff Wellbeing and culture of support for staff
* Neuroaffirming workplace with Access to Work completed for relevant staff
* Reflective practice for Senior and Middle Leaders
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free Parking
* Access to free Wellbeing App
* Personalised Birthday Vouchers