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Key Stage One (KS1) Teacher at Surbiton High Boys’ Preparatory School
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Surbiton High Boys’ Prep helps our pupils to explore who they are and what they are striving for. We are looking for a passionate Key Stage 1 Teacher who will share this goal and vision for our pupils.
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Key Stage One (KS1) at Surbiton High Boys’ Preparatory
- Tenure: Maternity Cover, Full-time
- Start Date: January 2027
- Salary: Competitive salary (Surbiton High School Pay Scale)
At Surbiton High Boys’ Preparatory School we have an excellent record of academic achievement which is achieved through a thorough, exemplary curriculum from Reception through to Year 6. Our School is a place where children learn from exceptional, passionate teachers and Educational Support Staff in a community where learning is prized and curiosity welcomed. Working at Surbiton High School you will be surrounded by inspiring colleagues who are leaders in their profession. Our 75 dedicated teaching and support staff inspire and encourage each of our 230 pupils, enabling them to fulfil their potential, whilst helping them to recognise their own qualities and strengths. The journey to the boys’ chosen senior schools is an opportunity for us to carve a fruitful foundation for the challenges of adulthood.
Surbiton High Boys’ Prep helps our pupils to explore who they are and what they are striving for. Our boys leave us as confident, happy individuals who are ready to face the challenges of the next step in their journey, and we are looking for a passionate Key Stage 1 Teacher who will share this goal and vision for our pupils.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that bring learning to life and inspire a love of learning in every pupil.
- Create a supportive and stimulating classroom environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
- Play an active role in school life, building strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues and contributing to co-curricular opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and a commitment to delivering academic excellence for all learners.
- The ability to plan creative, inclusive and well-structured learning experiences that meet the needs of individual pupils.
- Excellent communication, organisational and ICT skills, combined with a collaborative and professional approach.
Who We’re Looking For
We're looking for a warm, enthusiastic and creative teacher who is passionate about Key Stage 1 education. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed and will be well supported within our collaborative and experienced staff team. You will share the School’s values and actively promote our ethos of ‘May Love Always Lead Us’ and ‘The Best in Everyone’.
Why join Surbiton High School
You will be joining a values-led school where staff wellbeing, collaboration and professional growth are genuinely prioritised. Surbiton High School offers a supportive and welcoming environment, motivated pupils who are eager to learn, and a committed staff team who work together to ensure every child thrives.
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What We Offer
- A welcoming and supportive working environment
- Enthusiastic and engaged pupils
- A collaborative staff team
- A competitive salary in line with the Surbiton High School pay scale
- Opportunities for professional development in a well-resourced school
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
If you are ready to contribute to this exceptional environment, we would welcome your application to join the Surbiton High School community.
Surbiton High Boys’ Preparatory School and Surbiton High Girls’ Preparatory School are part of Surbiton High School.
Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating and respecting inclusion and diversity throughout our community.
Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online/social media searches.
Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.
For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email recruitment@surbitonhigh.com
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