Prep School Teacher
Inspire. Nurture. Achieve.
Are you a passionate and dynamic educator ready to inspire young minds and make a lasting difference?
Sherrardswood School is seeking an enthusiastic Prep School Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. Someone who brings creativity, compassion, and commitment to every lesson and is eager to help children thrive both academically and personally.
About Sherrardswood
Sherrardswood is a small, friendly, co-educational independent school for pupils aged 2–18, with an outstanding reputation for first-class pastoral care and academic excellence.
Our nurturing environment, excellent teaching and small class sizes ensure every child is known as an individual, supported to achieve their potential and encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
About the Position:
Contract Type: Full -Time, Permanent
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Start Date: September 2026
About the Role:
As a Class Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning journey of our pupils. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, foster curiosity and creativity, and ensure each child feels valued, challenged and supported.
You will also contribute to the wider life of the school, supporting our ethos of holistic development through co-curricular and pastoral involvement.
We are looking for a teacher who will:
- Deliver imaginative, inspiring and high-quality teaching
- Demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance learning across the Prep School
- Foster the holistic development and well-being of every child
Qualifications and Qualities
We are seeking someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has at least one year of teaching experience, ideally in a Prep or primary environment
- Has the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire pupils
- Is adaptable, enthusiastic and committed to continual professional growth
Why Sherrardswood School?
At Sherrardswood, you’ll be part of a vibrant and supportive community that values innovation, personal development and the joy of learning. We offer:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Small class sizes and a genuine teaching-and-learning focus
- Excellent opportunities for professional development
- Staff wellness programme and
- Access to life assurance ( 3x annual salary)
- Free on-site parking and lunch provided
- “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme
To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.
If you feel like this role aligns with your skill set and experience, we encourage you to apply!
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.
Please also fill out our form below and a member of our Recruitment Team will be in contact with you shortly.
We look forward to welcoming you to Sherrardswood School!
Sherrardswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.