Class Teacher - St Barnabas and St Philip's CE Primary School, Kensington

• Thursday 31 December 2026
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• St Barnabas and St Philip's CE Primary School 58 Pembroke Mews Earls Court Road London, England, W8 6EJ United Kingdom
  
  

St Barnabas And St Philip’s CE Primary School

Pembroke Mews, 58 Earls Court Road, Kensington, London, W8 6EJ

Tel: 0207 937 9599

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.sbsp.rbkc.sch.uk

Class Teacher 2026-27

About Our School

St Barnabas and St Philip’s Church of England Primary School is a popular one-form-entry primary school in the heart of Kensington.

Due to the relocation of one of our fantastic teachers, we are seeking a committed and enthusiastic teacher to join our team and build on the excellent work already taking place.

Since September 2022, the school has undergone a significant transformation. Our 2024 Ofsted inspection recognised this progress, judging the school Good overall, with Outstanding judgements for Leadership and Management, Behaviour and Attitudes, and Personal Development.

In 2026, we are proud of how far we have come and ambitious about our next chapter. As we continue our journey towards our next Ofsted inspection, our focus is on strengthening teaching, embedding our ambitious curriculum and securing the best possible outcomes for every child. We are looking for a teacher who brings high expectations, a love of teaching and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative and dedicated team.

Our Vision and Values

Our vision, “Nurture, Grow, Flourish”, is rooted in our Christian ethos and shapes our approach to learning and school life. Our values of Wisdom, Perseverance, Joy, Hope, Community and Compassion guide how we learn, work and care for one another. We welcome children and staff of all faiths and none.

We share close links with our parish communities at St Barnabas and St Philip’s churches. We are committed to nurturing children’s social, emotional and spiritual well-being alongside providing a challenging and engaging curriculum.

Our Successful Candidate

We are looking to appoint a committed, creative and enthusiastic teacher who has high expectations for every pupil and works well within a collaborative team. You will bring strong classroom practice, a thoughtful approach to meeting children’s needs and a determination to help every child flourish.

As we build on our recent achievements and work towards our next Ofsted inspection, we are seeking someone who is reflective, keen to develop their practice and ready to contribute to the continued improvement of our school.

We welcome applications from both early career and experienced teachers who share our vision and are committed to supporting our Christian ethos. Visits to the school and informal conversations about the role are warmly encouraged.

Our Offer

In the heart of Kensington, our school offers a strong sense of community, with families actively involved in their children’s education and the wider life of the school. You will join a dedicated team and have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our pupils’ learning and our school’s continued success.

As a class teacher, you will benefit from:

• PPA time covered by specialist teachers delivering Art, Computing and PE.
• A commitment to reducing unnecessary workload, including a verbal feedback approach to marking.
• High-quality professional development, supported by a Senior Leadership Team committed to helpingyou develop your practice.
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the local authority and the London DiocesanBoard for Schools (LDBS).
• Friendly, engaged children who are enthusiastic about learning.
• A supportive staff team who share ideas, work together and help one another.
  
  

Our Offer for Early Career Teachers

We welcome ECTs and provide the guidance, time and support needed to establish strong classroom practice. Our offer includes:

• ECT training through Ambition Institute.

Weekly meetings with an experienced mentor to support your development, reflect on your teachingand identify practical next steps.

Dedicated weekly release time, covered internally by your mentor to provide continuity for your class.

Support from colleagues who have completed their ECT induction at our school and understand theopportunities and challenges of the early years of teaching.

Our Offer For Experienced Teachers

We value the expertise experienced teachers bring and offer opportunities to develop your practice and contribute to the wider school. These include:

• Bespoke professional development tailored to your experience, interests and career aspirations.
• Opportunities to mentor trainee teachers or ECTs.
• Opportunities to take on subject leadership and shape curriculum development.
• The chance to contribute to school improvement as we build on our achievements and prepare for ournext Ofsted inspection.
  
  

School Visits

Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Rebecca Timms (Headteacher) at [email protected] or on 020 7937 9599.

Application Instructions

Please review the Person Specification and complete the application form, including a personal statement of no more than three sides of A4 explaining how you meet the criteria. CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date: 31st December 2026

Shortlisting: Applications will be reviewed as received.

Interviews: Throughout October, November and December 2026.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

St Barnabas and St Philip’s Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Children’s Barred List check, pre-employment medical questionnaire, satisfactory reference checks and other pre-employment checks which may include psychometric assessment and social media screening.