Class Teacher

Job Introduction

King’s Academy Northern Parade

Position: KS2 Class Teacher 

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: M1 - UP3 

Are you a passionate and dedicated educator looking for an exciting new opportunity? King’s Academy Northern Parade is on the lookout for an inspiring KS2 Class Teacher to join our warm, supportive, and forward-thinking team from September 2025. If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils, we’d love to hear from you. 

About Us:

King’s Academy Northern Parade is a thriving, inclusive large school at the heart of Hilsea, Portsmouth. We celebrate diversity and ensure that every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. We have a strong commitment to providing an inclusive, engaging and enriching learning environment that nurtures a lifelong love for learning. Our goal is to empower every child with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Position Overview:

As a Class Teacher, you will play a key role in inspiring and supporting our KS2 children, helping them to thrive academically and personally. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated educator to make a lasting impact on the lives of our children. 

Key Responsibilities:

As a Class Teacher at King’s Academy Northern Parade, you will:

• Inspire and Engage – Plan and deliver high-quality, creative, and inclusive lessons that motivate and challenge all pupils.

• Create a Positive Learning Environment – Develop a supportive and inclusive classroom culture where every child feels valued and encouraged to achieve their best.

• Promote Progress and Achievement – Set high expectations for all pupils, using effective assessment and feedback to ensure continuous progress.

• Support the Whole Child – Implement our relational and restorative practice approaches in order to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of each pupil, working closely with parents, carers, and colleagues to support their development.

• Work Collaboratively – Contribute to a strong team ethos

• Embrace Professional Development – Engage in ongoing training and self-improvement to refine teaching practice and stay informed of educational developments.

• Uphold School Values – Demonstrate a commitment to the school’s vision, values, and inclusive ethos.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is always positive, warm, friendly and wears a smile,

• Is passionate about inclusion,

• Is a team-player,

• Actively listens to our children and their ideas,

• Is able to use their own initiative,

• Is a good communicator, 

• Loves to get involved

• Believes in relational and restorative practices. 

• Has strong leadership and organisational skills.

• Is an excellent communicator with all stakeholders.

Join King’s Academy Northern Parade and be a part of an amazing educational community.

Visits are encouraged so you can see for yourself our happy and enthusiastic pupils. Please contact the PA to the Headteacher to arrange a visit on 023 9266 2129 or by email at sarah.rose@kingsacademies.uk

If you are a passionate and committed educator seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! To express your interest, please email sarah.rose@kingsacademies.uk, and we will be happy to send you a full application pack.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.