Primary Class Teacher

Job overview

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join an outstanding and ambitious team at King's College School, The Bahamas, Inspired's premium school on the island paradise of The Bahamas. 

Our school is currently going through a remarkable growth phase with interest and admissions very strong ahead of the 2025/26 academic year. We are therefore looking for exceptional primary class teachers who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude and outstanding experience from the best schools across the world. 

This role will commence in August 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and preparing lessons and schemes of work in line with departmental and school policy and as directed by the Head of Department.
• Teaching pupils and sets as assigned in the timetable, arriving punctually and maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, and registering pupils in accordance with school policies.
• Setting and marking work as required; recording and assessing progress; producing subject reports and references; setting and marking internal examinations.
• Promoting the progress of all pupils, differentiating for ability as required.
• Preparing all pupils appropriately for their age and stage of development, including preparation for external assessment at the relevant age ranges.
• Providing extra support after lessons if deemed appropriate by the Head of Department/Head of School.
• Participating in open days, selection days, parent evenings, communicating with parents, and participating in staff meetings as required to discuss progress, for example, with the Head of Department/Head of School/SENCO.
• Carrying out duties as deemed appropriate by the school's leadership team. 
• Maintaining a tidy and attractive learning environment in classrooms.
• Playing a full role in the life of the school, for example, sharing resources, contributing to displays, taking part in trips and outings, leading assemblies, and participating in school community events. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• The drive to impact education within The Bahamas and within Inspired as part of the founding team of one of the group's leading schools. 
• A genuine passion for education, with the ability to engage, motivate, and positively impact young people. 
• A track record of excellence, as demonstrated by their personal, academic and professional background. 
• A depth of understanding in their relevant subject area.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills - the ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload, operate well under pressure and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and independently. 
• The commitment and professionalism to consistently plan and prepare engaging and impactful lessons. 
• The ability to set stretching goals and differentiate appropriately to impact the progress of pupils at varying starting points. 
• Excellent ability to assess student outcomes and feedback to enhance their performance.
• Experience in pastoral care and pupil wellbeing, with genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare.
• Experience in establishing positive relationships with families within a context of high parental expectations. 
• PGCE, QTS, or equivalent. 
• Excellent academic credentials. 
• A commitment to professional development.
• Optimism, enthusiasm, energy and a positive and flexible approach.
• Ability to engage and motivate young people.