Reception Teacher

Wimbledon Common Prep School (WCPS) is a pre-preparatory school for 175 boys aged 4-7 years. We provide a well-structured education that aims to instil a love of learning in a friendly, welcoming and attractive environment.

The School was founded in 1919 as a preparatory school for King’s College School (KCS) and other public schools. The premises were originally in Wimbledon High Street but in 1957 the then owner acquired the current building on the Ridgway, opposite King’s, where the school is now situated in a lovely building with a large playground area surrounded by trees near Wimbledon Village and the Common. The School remained in the hands of the Turner family until June 2006 when it was purchased by King’s. WCPS has an excellent reputation and feeds pupils through to King’s and many other respected schools.

We are seeking to appoint a part-time (2 days a week), experienced, able, enthusiastic and dynamic Reception Teacher to work alongside our exceptional EYFS team. 

The successful candidate will:

• Inspire and challenge able young boys through planning, preparation and delivery of excellent lessons.
• Ensure that marking, recording, assessment and reporting meet the academic and pastoral needs of each individual child. 
• Offer pastoral care and support, providing the children with a secure environment in which they can learn. 
• Have the ability to build good relationships with children, parents and colleagues and demonstrate effective communication skills. Patience, flexibility, a commitment to teamwork and a sense of humour are essential attributes. 
• Take a leading role in the development of a subject area.
• Be willing to contribute to our extensive programme of extra-curricular activities.
• Have a thorough understanding of the EYFS, continuous provision alongside ambitious aspirations for the learners in their class.
• The successful applicant should ideally have an understanding of the London Day School application process for ages for 7+.

Key responsibilities

• To provide a stimulating, challenging, well-organised and inspiring classroom environment
• To plan appropriately, on a short- and medium-term basis, to meet the needs of all children
• To set clear, measurable targets to ensure children’s learning progresses
• To keep efficient tracking and progression records including formative and summative assessment
• To report to parents on the development, attainment and progress of their child
• To take responsibility for the development of a curriculum area
• To deliver curriculum sessions to parents and teaching staff
• To manage behaviour through positive reinforcement and role-modelling
• To participate in meetings as and when required
• To lead, direct and communicate effectively with support staff within the classroom
• To communicate and cooperate with external agencies as and when necessary
• To take responsibility for finding opportunities in which to further their professional development
• To observe, both formally and informally, other teachers within the school
• To participate in their own appraisals of other teachers if asked
• To be able to work in a team, whilst also being able to use their own initiative
• To share responsibility for the development and pastoral care of all children in the school
• To demonstrate excellent organisational and time-management skills
• To have a thorough understanding of EYFS and continuous provision.

 For further information and details on how to apply, please visit www.wimbledoncommonprep.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 17th March 2023

Interviews are likely to be held on Wednesday 22nd March 2023

Early applications will be welcomed - the interview process may be staged, and some interviews held in advance of the closing date if there is a large number of applicants for the role. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage in the process.

Wimbledon Common Prep is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhance CRB disclosure, satisfactory references, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK.