Job Description

Primary Teacher | Bishop’s Stortford

Are you a passionate, creative, and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in a specialist educational setting? Do you thrive on helping pupils develop their confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and reach their full potential?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Primary Teacher to join a specialist Alternative Provision in the Bishop’s Stortford area. This setting supports pupils across KS1 and KS2, providing a nurturing and personalised learning environment where every child is encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The ideal candidate will hold UK QTS and have a genuine passion for delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that cater to a variety of learning abilities and needs.

Primary Teacher | Role Overview

• Primary Teacher – Starting January 

• Full-time, term-time only

• Teaching pupils across KS1 and KS2

• Competitive salary: MPS–UPS

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced specialist teachers and education professionals

• Small class sizes, allowing for a personalised approach to teaching and learning

Primary Teacher | Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging, and differentiated lessons across KS1 and KS2, catering to a range of abilities and individual learning needs.

• Teach core subjects, helping pupils strengthen their foundational knowledge and close gaps in learning.

• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn.

• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and experience success.

• Work with small groups of up to six pupils, alongside providing individual support where necessary.

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.

• Collaborate with specialist colleagues to promote pupils' academic achievement, wellbeing, and personal development.

Primary Teacher | The Setting

Based in the Bishop’s Stortford area, this growing Alternative Provision offers a fantastic opportunity for a Primary Teacher who wants to make a genuine difference outside of a traditional mainstream classroom.

The provision is committed to giving pupils across KS1 and KS2 the opportunity to re-engage with education through personalised teaching, consistent support, and positive relationships. With smaller teaching groups and access to specialist professionals, teachers can focus on understanding each pupil as an individual and delivering learning experiences that are both accessible and rewarding.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Primary Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and wants to be part of a supportive team making a meaningful difference to children's lives.

If you are an enthusiastic Primary Teacher interested in this opportunity in Bishop’s Stortford, please contact Lauren Cook-Abbott at Ribbons & Reeves or click ‘apply’ to be considered.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles across the education sector. For more opportunities, visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you with your application.

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