Pre-Prep KS1 Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2314 (95% match) is an eligible occupation, and Highgate School is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2314 Primary education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
- Well-grounded and continuing interest in education, particularly in EYFS and KS1
- Capacity for industry and initiative in both independent work and as part of teams of colleagues in academic work and pastoral care
- Good judgement about people and situations, and discretion
- The depth of knowledge and agility of mind to allow flexibility in lessons, adapting delivery as appropriate in the light of pupils’ responses
- Empathy with and warmth towards pupils across the age and ability spectrum at Highgate
- The ability to implement a range of teaching strategies to cater for each individual pupil
- Awareness and understanding of matters relating to the personal, social, health and emotional development of Highgate’s pupils
- General knowledge of Child Protection issues and good practice, particularly relating to professional obligations on safeguarding the welfare of each child and avoiding guarantees of confidentiality in any disclosure
- Capacity to deal sensitively with problems raised by pupils, in line with Highgate’s pastoral policies
- Willingness and ability to liaise effectively and professionally with staff and parents when required, making accurate records of these exchange
- Patience and thoughtfulness to see any issues that may arise with pupils, parents or colleagues from a variety of perspective
- The ability to de-fuse difficult situations using different strategies such as careful listening, sensitive use of humour, praise and recognition
- Retention of a sense of perspective and, on occasion, the invaluable ability to laugh at oneself
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Highgate School, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Primary education teaching professionals (SOC 2314) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~313k in sample- Middle half £40,196–54,548
- Median £48,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Highgate School holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.