Story Wood School is seeking to appoint an inspirational Key Stage 2 class teacher to join our warm, welcoming, and dedicated team. Situated in the heart of Perry Common, Birmingham, we are deeply passionate about raising aspirations and improving life chances across our community. Our vision is simple yet powerful: “Inspiring Minds to Universally Succeed.” Through our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, we nurture curious, confident, lifelong learners within our spacious, beautiful school grounds.
As part of the Robin Hood Multi Academy Trust, we collaborate closely within a progressive family of schools committed to educational excellence. Joining us means you will benefit from bespoke, high-quality professional growth, cross-trust networks, and real opportunities for career growth as a reflective practitioner.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative staff. We are a very friendly and busy school. We are situated in the heart of Perry Common, in Birmingham with a passion for improving the lives of our community.
We are looking for a dedicated teacher who brings energy and high expectations to join our successful team. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate they have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful primary teaching experience (KS2 experience preferred).
- A proven track record of securing strong pupil progress and delivering consistently high-quality learning outcomes.
- The ability to design and deliver innovative, rigorous, and inclusive lessons that ignite curiosity and foster deep conceptual understanding.
- Strong behaviour management strategies rooted in positive relationships, mutual respect, and high expectations.
- Exceptional communication skills and a team-first mindset to collaborate effectively with colleagues, support staff, and parents.
- An unwavering commitment to the values, vision, and safeguarding ethos of our school community.
Policy Documents: Prospective applicants are encouraged to review our [Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy] and [Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy] prior to application.
Robin Hood MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, enhanced DBS check (and for teaching appointments a barred list check) and satisfactory references.
Statutory Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment
- Robin Hood MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, enhanced DBS check (and for teaching appointments a barred list check) and satisfactory references.
- It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to apply for a position in a school. The Trust will report any application received from a barred individual to the DBS and/or the police.
- This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a criminal self-declaration prior to interview.
- In line with KCSIE statutory guidance, online searches will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates prior to interview to assess suitability to work with children.
- his post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016); the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.
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Class Teacher (Key Stage 2) in Birmingham employer: Story Wood School
At Story Wood School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. As a Senior Office Manager, you will not only lead a dedicated office team but also contribute to the transformative educational experience of our students. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to maintaining high standards, working here means being part of a community that prioritises both employee growth and student success.
