We are recruiting for a Teacher of Pre-Prep. Cokethorpe Prep School is a small, friendly and vibrant school of around 120 pupils from Reception to Year 6, which forms part of the through school to 18. The School ethos of a liberal education emphasizes a creative curriculum, challenge for all and pastoral care centred around developing emotional intelligence in our pupils.
Person Specification
• Proven suitability to work with children
• A willingness to undertake further training to develop professional knowledge
• An excellent classroom practitioner, passionate about achieving the best outcomes and demonstrating high expectations for all children in the School
• Committed to creating a happy, safe and challenging learning environment
• Willing to contribute to the wider School life, particularly Cokethorpe sport
• Enthusiastic about working as part of a team and is open to new ideas
• Reliable, robust and prepared to work hard for the benefit of the pupils
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, parents and pupils.
To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically (as separate PDF documents in one email) the following to Mrs Sophie Crossley, Head of Human Resources, on recruitment@cokethorpe.org before the closing date. We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date:
- A covering letter addressed to Mrs Nicky Black, Head of Prep School
- A completed Cokethorpe School application form.
Personal CVs are not required.
Please note that for candidates invited to interview, referees will be contacted before the interview date where possible.
Deadline for applications: Midday on Wednesday, 26 March. Early applications are encouraged.
Part-time hours will be considered.
Interviews will take place w/c 21 April 2025 (excluding Monday, which is a bank holiday). Interviews may take place before the closing date for suitable candidates.
Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Job Description
Application Form
