Primary Teacher

Prep Primary Teacher (Part-Time, Permanent) 2.5-3 Days Per Week | Years 3-6 (TBC) | September 2026 | St. Albans A highly regarded independent prep school in St. Albans is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Class Teacher to join its thriving Prep School from September 2026 on a permanent, part-time basis. This opportunity would suit an excellent primary teacher looking to work within a nurturing, forward-thinking and academically ambitious environment where pastoral care, wellbeing and breadth of opportunity are equally valued alongside academic achievement.

The successful candidate will teach within Years 3-6, with the final year group allocation dependent on experience, expertise and individual strengths. Set within an impressive rural-style campus just outside St. Albans, the school offers a unique learning environment with extensive outdoor space, woodland areas and exceptional specialist facilities. The school is known for combining high academic standards with a warm and supportive ethos, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, curiosity, resilience and independence.

The Role The school is seeking a primary teacher who:
Delivers engaging and inspiring lessons across the primary curriculum Creates a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment Has high expectations for both academic progress and pupil wellbeing Encourages creativity, curiosity and a love of learning Enjoys contributing to the wider life of the school community Works collaboratively with colleagues and parents The St. Albans School Offers A welcoming and collaborative staff culture Outstanding facilities including specialist teaching spaces for science, computing, music, languages, art and sport Extensive outdoor learning opportunities across a beautiful 18-acre campus Strong pastoral support and a genuine focus on wellbeing Excellent professional development and CPD opportunities Access to wider educational networks within a respected school group A broad co-curricular programme with sport, performing arts and enrichment at the heart of school life The school's ethos centres around developing well-rounded, confident young people prepared not only for academic success, but for life beyond the classroom.

Staff are supported within a culture that values kindness, inclusion, collaboration and professional growth. Applications are welcomed from experienced primary teacher s as well as strong early-career practitioners seeking to develop within a supportive independent school environment. St. Albans Primary Teacher Education and Training Education and Training Education and Training