Year 2 Teacher

About the School - Cumnor House Girls

Cumnor House School for Girls is an ISA (Independent Schools Association) preparatory school in the Croydon area. We accept girls from 4 to 11 years of age. We provide a wide-ranging education both within and outside the classroom, whilst thoroughly preparing girls for the entrance requirements of their senior schools.

Our philosophy is to ensure that each pupil at Cumnor House is given the opportunity to develop not just on an educational level, but also socially. Therefore, our curriculum contains varied subjects and activities, ensuring that every child gets the most out of the time they spend at school.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Year 2 Teacher to join our fantastic team from January/February 2025. This position will act as Maternity Cover.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the role

Are you looking for a School that provides a nurturing environment for our pupils in a diverse, vibrant learning culture? A School where the character, personality and individuality of each pupil is developed? At Cumnor House School, that is our ethos and we’d love to tell you more.

We wish to appoint an outstanding practitioner to the position of Year 2 teacher at Cumnor House. Applications are welcome from passionate and suitably qualified and experienced teachers to teach English, Maths and other primary subjects at the Girls’ School. The successful candidate will be confident in all subjects and be able to demonstrate excellence as a teacher. This role is suitable for an ECT/NQT. It is important to be a role model for the class and wider school and to demonstrate our values: Compassion, Courage, belief, Endeavour and Integrity which are embedded throughout the school.

This is a highly fulfilling and challenging role in a busy school. A willingness to become fully involved in extra-curricular activities is also expected.

The school has its own competitive salary scale and incentive allowances.

To view the full job description, click here.

Who we are looking for

You will hold a relevant Degree in your subject area as well as have Qualified Teacher Status/a Teaching Qualification. Prior KS1 experience and knowledge of current safeguarding practice and procedures is essential. Excellent communication, classroom management and digital competence to utilise technology in lesson delivery are also vital to succeeding in this role.

 Benefits at Cognita

•Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience 

•Teacher’s Pension

•Free lunch provided during Term Time 

•School holidays and public holidays

•Free parking on site (subject to availability) 

•School fee discount 

•Exclusive third-party discounts 

•Professional Development 

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 27th October 2024.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.