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Waverley Preparatory School and Day Nursery

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Waverley School & Nursery is an Independent school which offers an excellent standard of education for children aged 3 months to 11 years. 

We can offer the right candidates  a close knit,  supportive community where every child is known and valued, and the opportunity to contribute to a school which consistently delivers high academic achievement and a passion for learning.

Waverley School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The school is growing quickly and we are now recruiting for the following roles: 

 Year 2 Form Teacher (12 month maternity cover)

Waverley Preparatory School is a nationally renowned independent Pre-Prep, Prep School, and Nursery, located in Wokingham in Berkshire. We are extremely proud of our consistently strong national academic rankings – 13 years ‘Best in Berkshire’ and currently 15th in the UK. We believe that we achieve these outstanding academic results by providing a stimulating yet nurturing educational environment for all our pupils, aided by a very strong management and staffing team.

The Senior Management Team now seeks to appoint a talented and inspirational Form Teacher for Year 2, on a 12 month contract, to cover Maternity Leave. We are looking for someone who will enable us to maintain and improve on our academic performance, whilst continuing to offer the care and support which our pupils thrive on.

Summary of Role

  • Full-time
  • Maternity Cover
  • Benefits including discounted childcare, free lunch, sick pay. 
  • Experience: Teaching: 3 years (required)
  • Application deadline: 11/10/2024
  • Expected start date: 02/01/2025

Key Facts About Our School

  • Waverley is a single form entry school with small class sizes.
  • We offer a broad curriculum, challenging pupils to achieve and reach their full potential.
  • The core ethos is of Waverley is a personalised child-centred teaching approach, coupled with a strong family ethos.
  • Standard school hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, although we run an optional wrap-around care system from 7.30am – 6.00pm.
  • The school is purpose-built with a modern well maintained building and new classroom equipment.
  • Consistently strong academic results, with many of our Year 6 leavers also attaining scholarships to Secondary Schools.

 The Ideal Candidate... would have the following qualifications and qualities

  • A committed team member with presence and good communication skills
  • Qualified Teacher Status and work experience as a Form Teacher in a similar working environment
  • Teaching experience in the Primary and/or Preparatory sector
  • Experience and knowledge of contemporary methods in Primary education and assessment systems.
  • Familiarity with the ISI and/or Ofsted inspection processes.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of success in developing pupils and challenging them to excel
  • IT literate and the ability to apply this skill in the educational environment.

 Remuneration

  • Salary is dependent on experience.
  • Staff discounts available.

Closing Date

17:00hrs on Friday 11th October

Interviews to be held week commencing 14th October 2024. Waverley School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and an online search.

How to Apply

Please email recruitment@waverleyschool.co.uk or call the School Office on 0118 973 1121.