Year 4 Primary Class Teacher
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Vacancy: Year 4 Primary Class Teacher
We are seeking a highly motivated Year 4 Primary Class Teacher on a long-term contract from September 2026 but can start earlier. As the Class Teacher, you will be responsible for providing high-quality and engaging lessons, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment, and promoting the holistic development of your students. This will involve planning and delivering creative and effective lessons, assessing and evaluating students' progress, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure an outstanding educational experience for all.
Are you an enthusiastic teacher seeking a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Year 4 Primary Class Teacher for our reputable one-form entry school in High Wycombe to start in September 2026.
Primary Class Teacher Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - this is essential; applicants MUST hold UK QTS
Experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (Year 4 experience preferred)
Passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being and education
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to differentiate lessons to meet the diverse needs of students
Strong organisational and time-management abilities
School and Location
The school is a one-form entry primary school based in High Wycombe, catering for children from 2 to 11 years old.
The diversity within the school makes it an exciting place to work, with amazing, polite and respectful children who love being at school and learning.
The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and workload, offering a programme designed to support work/life balance.
Benefits
Competitive salary on the MPS/UPS pay scale in line with experience and qualifications
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Engaged and motivated students with a love for learning
Dedicated and friendly staff team
A comprehensive induction programme for new staff members
How to Apply
If you are a passionate and talented primary teacher looking for an inspiring opportunity as a Year 4 Class Teacher in High Wycombe from September 2026, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply via this advert with your up-to-date CV. To discuss your suitability for the role, get in touch with our Berkhamsted office and quote "Year 4 Primary Class Teacher, High Wycombe."
Academics works with a number of Primary Schools across High Wycombe and the surrounding areas. Whether you're an ECT or an experienced teacher, we would love to hear from you.
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⭐ Highlight your QTS qualification prominently at the top of your CV as this is explicitly stated as essential
📊 Quantify your teaching impact: 'Improved Year 4 reading levels by 15% through differentiated phonics interventions'
🎯 Emphasise any Key Stage 2 experience, particularly Year 4, as this is specifically preferred by the school
🌐 Showcase your ability to create inclusive learning environments as the school values diversity and wellbeing
🤝 Demonstrate collaborative skills as the role involves working closely with colleagues for outstanding educational outcomes
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- •Delivered differentiated Year 4 curriculum to 28 students, achieving 92% at expected standard in end-of-year assessments
- •Planned and implemented creative KS2 lessons incorporating cross-curricular themes, improving student engagement scores by 18%
- •Collaborated with 6 teaching colleagues to develop whole-school assessment policy, reducing marking workload by 25%
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the Year 4 Primary Class Teacher position at your one-form entry school in High Wycombe. With my QTS qualification and Key Stage 2 teaching experience, I am well-equipped to deliver the creative, differentiated lessons your school values whilst supporting the holistic development of Year 4 students.
My background in primary education has prepared me to create inclusive learning environments that cater to diverse student needs. I am particularly drawn to your school's emphasis on wellbeing and work-life balance, which aligns with my commitment to sustainable, effective teaching practices.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you differentiate lessons to meet the diverse needs of Year 4 students?
- ›What assessment strategies do you use to track student progress in Key Stage 2?
- ›How do you plan and deliver creative lessons that engage Year 4 learners?
- ›What approaches do you use to support children's holistic development?
- ›How do you incorporate technology into your primary teaching practice?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your teaching approach for a struggling student
- ›Describe how you would handle a challenging behaviour situation in your Year 4 classroom
- ›How do you maintain work-life balance while managing the demands of primary teaching?
- ›Give an example of how you've collaborated with colleagues to improve student outcomes
- ›Tell me about a time you had to communicate difficult information to parents
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you had to adapt your teaching approach for a struggling student
How do you maintain work-life balance while managing the demands of primary teaching?