KS2 Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 09 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 4PB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f987e25c-c3e1-4836-8102-3008d0abe884 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a teacher who can:
• set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• plan and teach well-structured lessons
• adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
• make accurate and productive use of assessment
• manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
• fulfil wider professional responsibilities
Qualifications and experience Essential
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• degree
• successful primary teaching experience Desirable
• experience of teaching mixed-age classes
• experience of administering statutory assessments
• experience of leading core and other foundation subjects
• experience of inspections completed by Ofsted and SIAMS Skills and knowledge Essential
• knowledge of the national curriculum
• knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• a good understanding of how children learn
• ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs• ability to build effective working relationships with pupils • knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children • knowledge of effective behaviour-management strategies
• good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Desirable
• skilled at delivering HfL detailed English planning
• skilled at delivering HfL ESSENTIALmaths and White Rose Maths
• knowledge of collective worship and RE in a church school
• evidence of commitment to continuous professional development Personal qualities Essential
• a commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• high expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• commitment to safeguarding and equality Desirable
• a commitment to fulfilling a role shared with other
What the school offers its staff
Join Our Family at Northaw Church of England Primary School
Welcome to Northaw School — a small, happy village school with big views and even bigger heart. Overlooking the beautiful Great Wood in Hertfordshire, we’re a close-knit community guided by our Christian family values, where everyone is known, supported, and celebrated.
As a Voluntary Aided Church school, we embrace inclusivity and welcome staff and pupils of all faiths and none. What unites us is our shared commitment to kindness, curiosity, and helping every child—and every colleague—shine.
With just over a hundred pupils, Northaw offers a genuinely personal approach to education. You’ll have the chance to know each child well, to see their growth, and to make a real difference every day. Our 6Rs —shape everything we do, helping children (and adults) to grow as confident, compassionate learners.
Our beautiful school grounds include a large playing field, Forest School areas, and a peaceful reflection garden, alongside well-used spaces such as our art studio and library. They’re not just facilities—they’re places where imaginations grow and creativity flourishes. We have four mixed-age classes: Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and two Key Stage 2 classes.
Our staff team is a warm mix of experience and new energy, all supported by skilled teaching assistants and a leadership team that values collaboration, trust and professional growth. At Northaw, good manners, mutual respect and a strong sense of belonging are at the heart of school life. We celebrate every success—big or small—and we support each other like family.
Our parents, governors and PTA are active, engaged and incredibly supportive. There’s a real “village feel” here, where school and community work hand-in-hand, and the local church remains a close and valued partner in our shared mission.If you’re looking for a school where you can make a lasting impact, grow your skills, and be part of something truly special, we’d love to hear from you. Come and see why Northaw CE Primary School is such a rewarding and joyful place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
Northaw CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We are looking for a teacher who can:
• set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• plan and teach well-structured lessons
• adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
• make accurate and productive use of assessment
• manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
• fulfil wider professional responsibilities
Qualifications and experience Essential
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• degree
• successful primary teaching experience Desirable
• experience of teaching mixed-age classes
• experience of administering statutory assessments
• experience of leading core and other foundation subjects
• experience of inspections completed by Ofsted and SIAMS Skills and knowledge Essential
• knowledge of the national curriculum
• knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• a good understanding of how children learn
• ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs• ability to build effective working relationships with pupils • knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children • knowledge of effective behaviour-management strategies
• good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Desirable
• skilled at delivering HfL detailed English planning
• skilled at delivering HfL ESSENTIALmaths and White Rose Maths
• knowledge of collective worship and RE in a church school
• evidence of commitment to continuous professional development Personal qualities Essential
• a commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• high expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• commitment to safeguarding and equality Desirable
• a commitment to fulfilling a role shared with other
What the school offers its staff
Join Our Family at Northaw Church of England Primary School
Welcome to Northaw School — a small, happy village school with big views and even bigger heart. Overlooking the beautiful Great Wood in Hertfordshire, we’re a close-knit community guided by our Christian family values, where everyone is known, supported, and celebrated.
As a Voluntary Aided Church school, we embrace inclusivity and welcome staff and pupils of all faiths and none. What unites us is our shared commitment to kindness, curiosity, and helping every child—and every colleague—shine.
With just over a hundred pupils, Northaw offers a genuinely personal approach to education. You’ll have the chance to know each child well, to see their growth, and to make a real difference every day. Our 6Rs —shape everything we do, helping children (and adults) to grow as confident, compassionate learners.
Our beautiful school grounds include a large playing field, Forest School areas, and a peaceful reflection garden, alongside well-used spaces such as our art studio and library. They’re not just facilities—they’re places where imaginations grow and creativity flourishes. We have four mixed-age classes: Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and two Key Stage 2 classes.
Our staff team is a warm mix of experience and new energy, all supported by skilled teaching assistants and a leadership team that values collaboration, trust and professional growth. At Northaw, good manners, mutual respect and a strong sense of belonging are at the heart of school life. We celebrate every success—big or small—and we support each other like family.
Our parents, governors and PTA are active, engaged and incredibly supportive. There’s a real “village feel” here, where school and community work hand-in-hand, and the local church remains a close and valued partner in our shared mission.If you’re looking for a school where you can make a lasting impact, grow your skills, and be part of something truly special, we’d love to hear from you. Come and see why Northaw CE Primary School is such a rewarding and joyful place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
Northaw CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.