Reception Class Teacher in Southampton

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring, committed and well qualified Reception class teacher to join and work in our well-established Prep School. This is a Permanent, Part time role teaching 2 days per week starting in September 2026. Nestled on a leafy site in Andover, Rookwood School is a happy and thriving learning environment for pupils aged 6 months to 16 years. At the heart of our ethos is strong pastoral care, where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. Our school motto, ‘Sapere Aude,’ translates to ‘dare to know’ or ‘have the courage to understand’, perfectly capturing the essence of our identity. We encourage our pupils to question, explore, and achieve more than they ever thought possible.

We are looking for a Reception class teacher who can:

• Contribute to the vision of the Prep School through the delivery of engaging lessons and exciting opportunities throughout the school.
• Work with the Head of Prep / SLT to monitor and evaluate the department’s schemes of work alongside development plans and departmental policies.
• Ensure the students are fully supported, academically and pastorally, working closely with the Head of Prep / SLT.
• Have good knowledge of the EYFS and ensure that this is used effectively to monitor student’s attainment in order to secure good progress whilst in Reception.
• Set expectations and targets for pupils and effectively monitor to ensure progress is being made.
• Reflect on their own teaching skills and take appropriate action to continuously improve the quality of teaching and learning.
• Ensure assessment, curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in learning for pupils of all ages and abilities, including special educational needs and EAL.

In return we will offer you:

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further.
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment.
• Opportunities for further professional development.
• Employee assistance provision.
• Access to reduced educational fees for qualifying children.
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community.

Applications are invited to be submitted via our online application portal. The closing date for application is – 8th May 2026. Rookwood School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, right to work in the UK, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment and two satisfactory references. All positions which involve working with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).