KS1teacher
Embark on a journey of inspiration at The Beechwood School.
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our team of exceptional educators. Could that be you?
This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a vision that goes beyond conventional teaching.
Our ideal candidate will be able to inspire our students to think outside of the box, solve real-world problems, and unleash their potential as future designers and engineers.
About Beechwood School
Beechwood is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for children aged 3 -18, which comprises of a Pre-Prep, Preparatory and Senior School. It is a thriving, happy and purposeful place where excellence and a love of learning are nurtured.
Our students thrive in an exceptionally positive learning environment and our small class sizes mean that the teaching workload is more manageable. Our students’ excellent behaviour and enthusiasm make every lesson a pleasure.
Positive relationships and inclusivity are at the heart of our culture. Our children’s individual strengths are fostered by our highly qualified, professional and caring staff. We are looking for a passionate colleague to help us to create an environment where every child thrives.
About the Role and You
Contract type: Full Time, Maternity Cover
Salary: Dependent on experience
Start date: September 2025
Your responsibilities will include:
- Implement and deliver lessons of an excellent standard to pupils in the class, enabling all pupils to benefit from the learning
- To be aware of the relevant developments to Key Stage 1 teaching, learning, assessment and recording, both locally and nationally
- Prepare lesson plans and learning materials to facilitate positive pupil development, as well as assessments that can accurately determine pupils progress and ways in which you can facilitate pupil development
- Foster a learning environment and educational structures that allow for a child to flourish as a ‘whole person’, not only in the academic sense
- Constantly observe pupil behaviour, in line with Child Protection guidance and training. Demonstrate a maintained commitment to child protection training and safeguarding structures within the local area
- To continue to develop and update the school curriculum, enabling your lessons to always adapt to needs of individual pupils or classes
- Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities, including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team
We are looking for someone who has:
- A relevant degree in English or a related field and QTS ( essential )
- Experience designing and implementing inspirational and engaging schemes of work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A creative and innovative approach to curriculum design.
- Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic
- Strong commitment to continued personal development
Why Choose Us?
At Beechwood School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect:
- Competitive Staff remuneration.
- Coaching development programme.
- Teaching and learning focus.
- Pastoral development.
- Refer a friend scheme for a financial reward.
- Wellness programme.
- Access to life assurance.
- After school classes.
- Mentorship programme.
- Free lunch.
To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.
If you are enthusiastic about shaping young minds and nurturing a love of the English language, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply
To apply to this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.
We look forward to welcoming you to Beechwood School.
Beechwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
