Preparatory Teacher/Head of Key Stage 2

About the School – Quinton House School

Quinton is a beautiful school on the edge of Northampton and is surrounded by 31 acres of parkland. Our students are polite, engaging and we are on a mission to lead the way.

The school is a family and we work hard to ensure our students have the very best holistic education. The parents deserve a wonderful experience as they place their trust in us to educate and develop the character of their children.

The school has three buildings that house our Prep, Senior and 6th form students. The buildings range from grade one listed to old stable blocks and a state of the art sports hall, truly marrying up the old and the new.

The school refuses to stand still and is always working on being better for all those who work and study there.

We are a team, aligned and focused on our service, seeking a new member of the family.

About Cognita

Launched in 2004, Cognita is an extraordinary community of diverse yet connected schools, spanning seventeen different countries. We share one common purpose: to deliver an outstanding holistic education that will enable our students to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. With over 100 schools in Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and the United States, we employ 18,000 teaching and support staff in the care and education of more than 90,000 students.

Our schools provide a truly holistic education based on rich and varied experiences that focus on social, emotional, physical and cognitive learning. This results in excellent academic outcomes for our students, who are also equipped with the agency, adaptability and positive attitudes to set them up for success in our fast changing world.

We are looking for a Preparatory Teacher to play an integral role within the Preparatory Division, For the right candidate, the role comes with an opportunity to join our Education Leadership Team as Head of Key Stage 2.  

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Preparatory School, we are seeking a dynamic and inspirational Preparatory Teacher/Head of Phase to contribute to providing an excellent education by teaching with expertise and enthusiasm, offering support to the learning of individual students and the school’s pastoral system.

At Quinton House, we seek to provide our students with a range of opportunities to ensure their success in an ever-changing world. Our students are enthusiastic, well behaved and eager to learn and we are looking for a creative and dedicated practitioner to join our supportive and friendly staff team.

You will have responsibility for the teaching, learning and achievement of students within the class and Key Stage 2 whilst working to fulfil the overall aims of the school by inspiring students to be the best they can be. 

Candidates for the position should be willing to contribute to the extensive co-curricular life of this excellent, happy and caring school. For a full role profile and for an informal conversation, further details please contact Mrs Samantha Tipler (PA to the Headmaster). Early applications are encouraged. Applications forms are available to download.

Not suitable for ECT's.

Benefits at Cognita

·      Competitive Salary

·      Pension

·      School Fee Discount

Apply now

Please send a cover letter and completed application form to: Samantha.Tipler@quintonhouseschool.co.uk . Please note we do not accept CVs without a fully completed application form.

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

Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.

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 believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.