Pre-Prep Teacher (Reception – Year 2)

We are looking to recruit a confident, enthusiastic and experienced EYFS/KS1Teacher with enthusiasm for inspiring children, through delivering outstanding and engaging lessons. The successful candidate will join our team of experienced and dedicated teachers, teaching a form class in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2. Possible opportunity to take on responsibility as Pre-Prep Literacy Lead (with annual allowance). As a Form Teacher, you will be required to teach most areas of the curriculum to your own class, working in collaboration with your year group colleagues.You must be able to demonstrate a passion for enthusing bright children to achieve their full potential whilst also evidencing a commitment to your own professional development.We require a highly organised, collaborative and passionate team player with excellent communication skills with a willingness to contribute to the overall life of the school including the running of an afterschool co-curricular club and attendance at open days.In addition to delightful children, Hallfield School offers a fantastic environment and well-resourced school situated on a 22-acre campus close to Birmingham city centre.Staff benefits include:Employer contributing pension schemeDeath in service benefitFree parkingFree lunch options for all staff (including school lunch during term time)50% Staff Fee Discount for children attending the schoolStaff benefits portal with various voluntary benefits including Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Gym schemesFree and confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), with counselling serviceLong service recognitionFree onsite gymProfessional development opportunities including supportive CPD policyApplication details:For further information about the position and our school, please visit our website or contact the HR department at HR@hallfieldschool.co.uk or 0121 454 1496.Closing date: 10am on Friday 1st May 2026.Interviews: Week commencing 11th May 2026.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.Safeguarding & Child ProtectionHallfield 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 posts are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, to ensure the suitability to work with children. These checks include full references and an online check for all shortlisted candidates prior to an interview.This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amends. Successful candidates will also be subjected to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate and including barred list check. In addition, further checks will be carried out to verify identity, qualification, fitness to work and right to work in the UK. Any other relevant checks with statutory bodies will also be undertaken.In addition to the job description and person specification for the position, please ensure you read the school’s Safeguarding & Child Protection and Safer Recruitment policiesEqual OpportunitiesWe are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.