Hatherop Castle School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed Year 3 teacher to join our thriving school community on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to teach within a successful co-educational day and boarding prep school and nursery, set in the heart of the Cotswolds and part of the Wishford Education Group.
We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner who inspires children through engaging teaching, high expectations and a genuine passion for learning. The successful candidate will share our belief that every child should be supported to be ambitious, develop a love of learning, grow in independence and fulfil their potential.
The role would suit both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), who would benefit from a supportive and collaborative environment with access to mentoring and professional development.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute fully to the wider life of the school, including games, co-curricular activities and other aspects of school life.
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Position: Fixed term maternity position. Full Time.
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Additional Benefits:
- Small class sizes (Max 18 pupils per class, average 15)
- Lunch (during term time), snacks and hot drinks all provided as part of the role.
- EV scheme with Octopus Energy
- Cycle to work scheme & shopping discounts
- 12% employer pension
- Access to Group’s counselling scheme
- On site parking
- Personal accident at work cover
- Opportunities for career development within the Wishford group of schools
To read the full job description, please see the candidate pack attached.
Safeguarding Statement:
Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, overseas checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.