Job Description

Woodlands Hutton Manor

With 27 acres of beautiful grounds, a genuine family feel, small class sizes and a supportive team of colleagues, Woodlands Hutton Manor is a wonderful place to flourish. We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Year 2 Class Teacher to join our dedicated team and help nurture a love of learning in our pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and passionate practitioner who is looking to experience the many benefits of teaching within the independent sector.

The Role

We are looking for a confident and happy teacher who can bring energy, creativity, and warmth to the classroom. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging, stimulating lessons that encourage curiosity, independence, and a love of learning in our Year 2 pupils.

Working hours: 8.00am to 4.30pm (All staff are required to attend after school meetings on Tuesday evening, staff training (as scheuled across the year) and run an afterschool club once a week

You will:

• Create a positive, nurturing, and inspiring classroom environment
• Deliver creative and engaging lessons across the curriculum
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Work closely with colleagues and parents to ensure every child thrives
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community

The Ideal Candidate

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Year 1 or Year 2 (essential)
• Have an understanding of RWI phonics (training can be provided, as we use an adapted scheme based on RWI)
• Are creative, enthusiastic and willing to think outside the box
• Have excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Are committed to delivering fun, engaging and high-quality learning experiences
• Thrive as part of a supportive and collaborative team

Why Join Woodlands Hutton Manor?

• Small class sizes that allow you to truly know every child
• A warm, welcoming and family-oriented school community
• Extensive outdoor space and opportunities for outdoor learning
• A supportive leadership team and collaborative colleagues
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a genuine difference in a nurturing independent school environment

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Pauline Bones pauline.bones@woodlandschools.co.uk for an application pack.

Information about the School

Woodlands Schools Hutton Manor - and its sister school at Great Warley - offer an exceptional learning experience for children aged 2 – 11 years.

Our aim is to ensure our children feel valued and challenged every day, as we inspire them to be the best version of themselves

We combine all that is traditionally best, together with progressive and forward- thinking ideas, to enable pupils to become socially responsible citizens and life-long learners.

The school seeks to foster curiosity, independence and a love of learning in a happy and safe environment, allowing pupils to achieve their full potential in personal, social, spiritual and academic development.