Key Stage 1 Form Teacher
Full time, fixed term
Starting January 2026
Headington Rye Oxford Prep School is a vibrant and welcoming school set in 12 acres of playing fields and grounds. In an environment where individuals come first, Headington Rye Oxford is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, pastoral support and an impressive range of extra-curricular opportunities.
Executive Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated form teacher for Key Stage 1 with the ability to demonstrate excellent classroom practice. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the learning journey of our pupils and to contribute to the life of a thriving prep school in the heart of Oxford.
The successful applicant will join a dedicated and dynamic team and work alongside the teacher of the parallel class. He/She will have a love of teaching, a genuine commitment to the needs of the pupils and take a full and active part in the life of the School.
Role Description
This is a full-time, fixed-term position starting in January 2026 and finishing at the end of the academic year 2026
Key responsibilities
- take responsibility for the social and emotional wellbeing and the welfare and safety of the pupils in the class
- promote and foster a happy classroom ethos and a stimulating learning environment
- plan and deliver a stimulating and challenging curriculum fostering cross-curricular links
- demonstrate an excellent knowledge of teaching phonics and reading
- deploy Learning Assistants effectively so they make a positive impact on pupils’ learning
- support one of our Forest School Leaders in running sessions at our Forest School site
- plan and organise class assemblies, performances, school trips and other events
- keep up to date with research and developments in pedagogy teaching and learning
- follow the School’s safeguarding policy, attend relevant training and to read updates
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- A good honours degree relevant to the teaching aspects of the role
Desirable
- A recognised teaching qualification
Personal Attributes and Skills
- an exceptional classroom practitioner
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- energy, enthusiasm, a positive manner and sense of humour
- good initiative, can work effectively in a very busy school environment
- adaptable and show good judgement
- sympathy with the values and ethos of the School
Terms of Appointment
Type of Contract
Full-time, fixed term, starting January 2026 and finishing at the end of the academic year 2026
Benefits
Pension
The School will comply with its legal obligations in relation to the provision of access to a pension scheme.
Fee remission
In accordance with the School’s policy, which may be subject to change from time to time, up to 50 per cent fee remission for pupils attending Headington Rye Oxford and up to 20 per cent fee remission for students attending Magdalen College School (under a reciprocal agreement) and subject to the terms of their policy. Fee remission is calculated on the number of weeks and hours worked and is pro rata for part-time staff who work at least 50 per cent of a normal working week.
The remuneration package
Headington Rye Oxford offers an enhanced teaching scale with points that equate to teaching experience and a leadership scale for responsibility. The salary offered will reflect the experience of the successful candidate and be commensurate with the post.
Additional Benefits
All staff have access to a broad programme of wellbeing activities. The programme currently includes access to the School’s gym and swimming pool, weekly Step and Tone and Zumba classes and regular staff social activities such as Book Club and Staff Choir. Staff also benefit from free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, a free, confidential helpline that offers advice on a range of issues. Free restricted parking is available for all staff on site.
Appointment Process and How To Apply
Applicants should submit an application form and a covering letter detailing their skills and experience to recruitment@headingtonschool.com
- Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing the application form in full. CVs will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. However, they may be sent in addition to the application form.
- We will seek references on shortlisted candidates and will approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications, before the interview. References will ask about your suitability to work with children.
- If you are invited to interview you will receive notification outlining the interview process and guidance regarding the documentation you are required to provide.
Application deadline: Friday 31st October 2025
Interviews week commencing Monday 10th November 2025
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as once we have closed a vacancy, you will be unable to submit your application form.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all employment checks, ie references, Disclosure and Barring Service, medical questionnaire, Right to Work in the UK.
Headington Rye Oxford is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and DBS and barred lists checks. The School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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