INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

Position: KS2 Class Teacher
April 2026
(September 2026 will be considered)

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 21 January 2026.
 Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Early applications are advised. The school will review applications as they come in
and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

WELCOME

TO OUR REAL WORLD READY SCHOOL

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an award-winning day and boarding school for children aged 3–13,
offering extensive facilities in a truly iconic setting at the foot of Windsor Castle.

The first standalone prep school in the UK to be designated an IB World School, St George’s prides itself on
combining a pioneering, world-class International Baccalaureate curriculum, with exciting opportunities to
collaborate across the globe through Round Square, and a school-wide approach which prioritises mental
wellbeing, nurturing children to be kind, resilient, inquisitive, internationally minded and Real World Ready.

Alongside an exceptional reputation for musical excellence, including a 675-year history of educating the
choristers of the world-famous St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, the school offers diverse
opportunities across sport, performing arts, design and technology, both via the taught curriculum as well
as through an exciting co-curricular programme, offering more than 80 activities across the year, ranging
from scuba diving to street dance, cookery and Eco Club.

In its most recent inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in November 2025, St George’s met
all applicable standards. reinforcing the ‘excellent’ rating received under the previous inspection framework
in 2022. In 2023, St George’s won a Hieda Award in recognition of its proactive approach to mental wellbeing
for both students and the wider school community and in 2025, St George’s was ranked as one of the top
100 independent schools in the world in the Spear’s 500 Schools Index. The school was also shortlisted as
Independent Prep School of the Year in both the 2024 Tes Schools Awards and the 2025 Independent
Schools of the Year awards.

We employ over ninety staff, all of whom contribute hugely to the success, warmth and happiness of the
school and its students, and the school values of kindness, honesty and courage permeate every aspect of
school life. If you would like to join us, read on. We very much look forward to receiving your application.

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KS2 CLASS TEACHER

We are seeking a full-time, enthusiastic, engaging
and reflective qualified teacher with vision and
energy to join our exceptional staff team. The
successful applicant will be a first-rate teacher,
creative and compassionate, who will be able to
teach Maths, Literacy, Social Studies, PSHE, Science
and Unit of Inquiry, as well as to oversee the
pastoral care of a Prep class. Contribution to the
co-curricular programme, plus cover and duties are
essential as is the willingness to embrace the busy
life of our progressive and happy school.

The role reports to the Head of Prep. The successful applicant will
collaborate with the Primary Years team, and fully support the philosophy
of the IB.

Teachers are expected to:

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Be advocates of the core values of the school: kindness, honesty,
courage and uphold the central vision and mission of the school.
Teach and take full responsibility for the classes assigned and
provide an academic and pastoral overview of each student.

Perform break and lunch duties, and contribute to the co-curricular programme.
Fully support the life of the Choristers of St George’s Chapel, and understand the school’s heritage
as a choir school.
Attend pre-term INSET days (up to 6 a year) and commit to the collaborative nature of the team at
St George’s.
Commit to digital learning. The school has embraced Google Classroom as a tool for learning. All
teaching staff are issued with Chromebooks and the school provides Chromebooks to students
from Years 3 – 8.
Fully support the learning ethos of the IB and display the core skills and IB Learner Profile, ensuring
they become integral to the learning and teaching.
Commit to St George’s as a team player, ready to engage with colleagues as professional friends.
Establish positive and proactive relationships with our parent body, reporting back on a frequent
basis, and attending parents’ evenings as required. Full written reports are provided at least twice a
year.
Join willingly and enthusiastically in the life of the school.
Take on any other duties as may be agreed from time to time with the Head.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Learning and Teaching
Teachers are accountable for the quality of learning
in their lessons and they are responsible for:

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Developing a love of learning and inquiry in
all students.
Using schemes of work to plan outstanding,
stimulating and creative lessons, where all
learners are considered, and can contribute,
progress and develop themselves.
Ensuring appropriate, interesting and
diverse resources are available to all
students.
Setting and marking classwork, prep and assessments.
Assessing, tracking and recording the development, progress, achievement and attainment of their
students.
Tracking baseline assessments and progression across the curriculum.
Liaising closely with the Learning Enrichment Team as required.
The general welfare and individual needs of students in their class.
Outstanding class management, maintaining good order and behaviour and tidiness in classrooms.
Maintaining an attractive, stimulating and welcoming classroom environment.
Creating displays to ensure that every child’s output is valued and represented.
Health and Safety in their classrooms as detailed in the School’s Health & Safety Manual.
Developing a proactive and positive relationship with parents.
Attending Parents’ Evenings and reporting back in a constructive and honest manner.

School-wide
All staff share responsibility by:

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Maintaining high professional standards at all times
Promoting and maintaining the reputation of the School.
Supporting the work and life of the choristers, and in turn the boarding community.
Providing cover for absent colleagues.
Participating actively in the rotas of duties.
Maintaining standards of student behaviour and discipline at all times.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Tutor Group
As a class teacher, staff are responsible for:

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Developing a love of learning and inquiry in
all students.
Developing an outstanding relationship with
every child, and focusing on getting to know
them as an individual.
The use of form and tutorial period time,
including Registration and appropriate
administration.
Attending assembly with their class, and
organising their form’s assembly.
Coordinating information on the academic, extra-curricular and pastoral programme of their
students and liaising with subject teachers, Faculty Lead and parents.
Maintaining records and files, including CPOMS.

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Encouraging individual members of the class in their extra-curricular activities.
Delivering the appropriate PSHE course (or its equivalent).
Organising and attending Parents’ Evenings.
Attending relevant meetings.
The condition of the classroom and appropriate displays in it.
Maintaining proactive communication with parents.

Co-Curricular
All staff play an active role in the co-curricular  life of the school, including after-school  activities and are
responsible for:

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Running a minimum of 2 activities per week.
Ensuring that all safety requirements are met and proper procedures followed (see the School’s
Health & Safety Manual), including producing risk assessments.
Ensuring that all students are able to contribute to and benefit from the activity.
Liaison within the staff in the school, including the Business Director, and parents.
Attend events such as concerts, trips, Chapel and sports fixtures.

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education, Training and Qualifications

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Educated to degree level
PGCE / QTS qualification or equivalent

Experience

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Teaching experience at either Primary or Prep School level
Experience of outstanding pastoral care
Experience of effective use of IT for both learning & teaching and administrative use

Skills

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An excellent practitioner
Excellent IT skills
A team player with commitment to sharing knowledge and collaboration with others
A strong and determined commitment to individual student learning and wellbeing
A strong and determined commitment to improving the experience of students at St  George’s
An approach to life that inspires students, staff and parents
Skills that can contribute to the co-curricular programme
An attention to detail
An interest in wellbeing and mental health
An appropriate sense of humour
Approachable, personable and supportive
Collegial, reflective and collaborative
Possess a growth mindset
A willingness to share and learn from others
A desire to improve and self-reflect
An ability to take ownership and responsibility
An ability to work calmly under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Professional manner

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of
opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex,
gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and
marriage/civil partnerships.

All completed application forms (which can be
found on the school website) should be sent for
the attention of:
Emma Károlyi, Head and Katie Chorley, Business
Director

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SAFEGUARDING

St George’s School Windsor Castle is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment.

All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection
screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the
relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure
and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of
identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of the
applicant’s social media presence and proof of qualifications.

RENUMERATION

St George’s has its own salary scale. Lunch is provided during school terms and parking is available on
site. The school operates a defined contribution pension scheme.

All full time staff at St George’s are entitled to apply for a means-tested fee discount of up to 50% for their
child/children (subject to satisfying the admissions criteria and availability).

HOW TO APPLY

Application forms can be found on the Staff Recruitment page of the school website. All completed forms
should be submitted by email, marked for the attention of:

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Kevin Wills, Senior Deputy Head
Sent to: recruitment@stgwindsor.org

CLOSING DATE: Forms should be received no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after application closing date. Early applications are advised.
The school will review applications as they come in and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

OUR VISION
Students become ‘Real World Ready’.

OUR MISSION
To ignite inquiry, instil a passion
for learning and foster our Christian
values. Through inspirational
teaching, children develop the
mindset and skills to navigate
life’s opportunities and contribute
to global society.

OUR VALUES
Kindness  |  Honesty  |  Courage

“A liberal, outward-looking
education delivered by bright-eyed
teachers in a small and nurturing
urban haven (plus castle)”

“A progressive school
leading the charge in
educational reform”

“The only standalone UK prep to
offer the IB, St George’s will surely
lead with many novel ideas.”

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