Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: London, GB

Date: 2 Apr 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state of the art facilities alongside industry renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

Pembridge Hall is an independent girls' preparatory school (ages 4 - 11) of 463 girls set in a tranquil residential square in Notting Hill. Pembridge prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations.

Pembridge Hall places our girls at the heart of everything. By combining traditional values with an innovative education, girls are prepared for life in an ever evolving world through an ambitious and aspirational prep school experience. Placing emphasis on each girl as an individual, we recognise that happiness, a love of learning and emotional well being are intrinsic to academic performance. Pembridge Hall girls are nurtured, challenged and empowered to succeed.

The Class Teacher is responsible for the education and welfare of a class, in accordance with school policy, ensuring the safety and welfare of pupils and achieving the highest standards of learning and achievement for all. Additionally, they are expected to promote and support the ethos, aims and vision of the school and maintain its philosophy of education. The Class Teacher is responsible to the Head of Section, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and ultimately the Head. This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a school that values excellence, creativity, and the development of every child's full potential.

This is a 12 month maternity cover position starting on the 1st September 2026.

• Contribute to raising standards of attainment by preparing and teaching stimulating and energetic lessons of a high standard and according to pupils' needs
• Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to develop self esteem and interpersonal skills
• Identify clear learning objectives and outcomes, building on prior attainment, with appropriate challenge
• Establish effective relationships with colleagues and set a good example through personal and professional conduct
• Contribute to the life of the school through effective participation in meetings and school events
• Take responsibility for, and promote, the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all pupils in your care
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person

• Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Knowledge of National Curriculum Key Stages 1 and 2
• A confident and competent user of ICT
• Able to use an appropriate range of teaching and learning strategies
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team
• Creativity in problem solving with a willingness to take on new approaches
• Knowledge/experience of girls only education is desirable
• Knowledge of the London Independent day school system is desirable

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.