Key Stage 2 Teacher - St Mark\'s Church of England School in Southampton

St Mark's Church of England School is seeking to appoint a committed and talented Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our dedicated team. We are looking for a dynamic, talented teacher to teach in KS2 and create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment which is conducive to children's learning and upholds the school Christian values. You will have the responsibility for an assigned class and be responsible for the day-to-day work and management of the class and the safety and welfare of the pupils, during on-site and off-site activities. To be successful, you will have a passion for learning and teaching, together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students. In addition, you will have excellent teaching and classroom management skills with the ability to build good relationships with staff and students. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious teacher to develop their practice and actively contribute to our Primary Phase.

Key responsibilities:

• Create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment which is conducive to children's learning and upholds the school Christian values.
• Plan and prepare lessons in order to deliver the National Curriculum ensuring breadth and balance in all subjects.
• Identify clear teaching objectives and success criteria, with appropriate challenge and high expectations.
• Maintain good order and discipline among the pupils, safeguarding their health and safety.
• Organise and manage groups or individual pupils ensuring accessibility to the curriculum for different learning needs, reflecting all abilities.

What We're Looking For:

• Outstanding classroom practice, constantly showing a positive and resilient approach to pupils and staff.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils' needs.
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children.
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies.

Why Join us?

• A strong Christian ethos where love, service, and belonging are lived daily.
• A supportive senior leadership team that values pastoral work.
• A school community where pupils are known, valued, and listened to.
• Opportunities to shape and strengthen whole-school pastoral practice.
• A role that balances strategic leadership with meaningful pupil contact.

What We Offer:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Secure on-site car parking.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential 24/7 counselling support.
• Access to a Benefits Hub, offering a range of discounts and offers.
• Occupational Health support.
• On-site hot and cold food options.
• Access to online training and personal development courses.
• The opportunity to work in a brand-new, high-specification school environment.
• Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation.

Additional Information:

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.

How To Apply:

Applications can be made through TES or directly via the school website. Closing date: 11:55pm on 23rd March 2026. We observe the right to call candidates for interview and appoint to the role before the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement:

St Mark's Church of England School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Southampton City Council is an equal opportunities employer.