Prep School Class Teacher of Key Stage 2 & French Lead

Wells Cathedral School is seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational KS2 Teacher to join our vibrant Prep School community.

As a KS2 Teacher, you will deliver engaging, creative and challenging lessons that inspire pupils and support their academic, personal and pastoral development. You will differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND and those requiring additional enrichment, while working collaboratively with colleagues and parents.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about inspiring and developing young learners; delivers creative, innovative and inclusive lessons; has high expectations for learning, achievement and presentation; builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents; embraces new ideas, technology and opportunities for professional development and is keen to play an active and enthusiastic role in the wider life of the School.

In return, you will join an ambitious, supportive and caring community, working within a beautiful campus and a school rich in history, tradition and forward-thinking education.

If you are passionate about helping children flourish and want to be part of a truly inspiring school, we would love to hear from you.

For further details, please visit our website via the apply button to download an application pack.

Closing date: Noon on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Wells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, we will carry out an online search as part of the School's due diligence.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered "spent" except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.

Wells Cathedral School is seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational KS2 Teacher to join our vibrant Prep School community.

As a KS2 Teacher, you will deliver engaging, creative and challenging lessons that inspire pupils and support their academic, personal and pastoral development. You will differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND and those requiring additional enrichment, while working collaboratively with colleagues and parents.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about inspiring and developing young learners; delivers creative, innovative and inclusive lessons; has high expectations for learning, achievement and presentation; builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents; embraces new ideas, technology and opportunities for professional development and is keen to play an active and enthusiastic role in the wider life of the School.

In return, you will join an ambitious, supportive and caring community, working within a beautiful campus and a school rich in history, tradition and forward-thinking education.

If you are passionate about helping children flourish and want to be part of a truly inspiring school, we would love to hear from you.

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Wells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, we will carry out an online search as part of the School's due diligence.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered "spent" except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.