Class Teacher for Key Stage 1

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Inspire Young Minds at a Premier West London Prep

Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School (RPPS) is a thriving, co-educational IAPS school in West London, dedicated to providing an education of the highest quality for 420 pupils. We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our Lower School (Key Stage 1) team. At RPPS, we balance academic excellence with a deep commitment to pastoral care. Following our 2024 ISI inspection, we were recognized for our “significant strength” in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you are a forward-thinking educator who can instil our core values of kindness, resilience, and curiosity, we offer a happy and friendly professional environment where you can truly make an impact.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Academic Excellence: Deliver engaging and challenging lessons tailored to the KS1 curriculum, ensuring every pupil makes maximum progress.

• Pastoral Leadership: Provide a nurturing environment that supports the emotional and social wellbeing of young children.

• Values-Based Education: Actively promote and model our core values: Kindness, Resilience, Courage, Curiosity, and Teamwork.

• Collaborative Teaching: Work closely with the Lower School team to share best practices and contribute to the school’s forward-thinking curriculum.

• Inclusive Practice: Uphold the school’s high standards for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in the classroom and the wider community.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: A well-qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a strong understanding of Key Stage 1 developmental milestones.

• Enthusiasm: A passion for early years education and a creative approach to lesson delivery.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

• Dedication: A commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children, with a keen awareness of individual pastoral needs.

Why Work at Ravenscourt Park Prep?

• Supportive Culture: Join a “happy, friendly, and forward-thinking” school community.

• Inclusive Environment: Be part of an institution recently commended by ISI for its sector-leading work in EDI.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities to collaborate with expert practitioners in a well-resourced West London setting.

• Competitive Salary: Remuneration is commensurate with skills and experience.

How to Apply

Applications must include a covering letter and a fully completed application form (available on the school website). Please submit your application to Mrs. Charlie Hayden, Head’s PA, at careers@rpps.co.uk.

Closing Date: 12:00 pm on Monday, 23rd February 2026. Note: We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline, so early applications are highly encouraged.